There was a time, decades ago, when online shopping didn’t exist, and purchasing automotive parts wasn’t as simple as it is today. In the present day, if you’re looking for a 2000 Dodge Ram right corner light, for example, you would simply search for it online, click the “checkout” button, enter your credit card information, and then you’re done. At this point, the only thing left to do is wait for the part to arrive. It’s easy as that. In the pre-internet era, finding automotive parts was a lot harder. First, you’d have to find a local seller of the part you need, which isn’t always easy. Then, you’d have to compare prices in choosing the best deal. Before the presence of aftermarket parts, the only option was to buy parts from the dealership, which aren’t always cheap. In summary, the internet has paved the way for the aftermarket parts industry, benefiting both the merchant and consumer.