aftermarket

[ af-ter-mahr-kit, ahf- ]

noun

1. the market for replacement parts, accessories, and equipment for the care or enhancement of the original product, especially an automobile, after its sale to the consumer:

   The company holds a large share in the automotive radio aftermarket.

2. any additional market created by a product after the primary market:

   Television is the perfect aftermarket for old movies.

3. Stock Exchange. secondary market.

Word History and Origins

Origin of aftermarket¹

First recorded in 1935–40; after + market

Example Sentences

However, aftermarket products can be more difficult to regulate and track due to a proliferation of manufacturers, retailers and installers.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s prohibitively high for a lot of households now,” said Todd Campau, aftermarket leader for S&P Global Mobility.

From Seattle Times

Aftermarket electronic immobilizer systems “should render a criminal’s theft tool useless,” and might even get you a discount on auto insurance, he said.

From Seattle Times

Interestingly, vehicle wrapping is no longer something you can only do with the aftermarket.

From Seattle Times

If you’ve got aftermarket parts on your car, consider taking them off and installing the original parts.

From Seattle Times