Ignition coils are one of the key components responsible for delivering the spark needed to ignite the air-fuel mixture in the engine’s cylinders. However, when it’s time to replace your ignition coils, you’re faced with a common dilemma:
OEM or Aftermarket?
OEM Ignition Coils:
Typically, suppliers use the term “OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)” to refer to products designed and manufactured by the same company that produced the component when your vehicle was initially built. The idea is that choosing OEM ignition coils guarantees that you’re getting the exact specifications and quality standards required by your vehicle’s manufacturer. However, be aware that the “OEM” term is often misleading or difficult to document due to the original manufacturer’s use of multiple suppliers, changes during production, or updates after the initial production.
Aftermarket Ignition Coils:
“Aftermarket” generally refers to products produced by manufacturers that may not be affiliated with your vehicle’s brand. There is a wide range of companies that manufacture aftermarket automotive components. While many aftermarket manufacturers adhere to stringent quality standards to produce reliable components, some, unfortunately, do not. Aftermarket manufacturers often rely on lower prices to entice customers to buy a product that may not meet the specifications set by the vehicle’s manufacturer. In other cases, aftermarket products may be built with higher performance or modified standards that could also cause issues for an otherwise original car or truck.
Choosing Between OEM and Aftermarket:
Due to the wide range of products offered in the “aftermarket,” and the difficulty ascertaining a genuine OEM product, navigating the decision between OEM and aftermarket ignition coils can be confusing.
Ultimately comes down to choosing a brand you can trust to provide a durable product that meets all the specifications of the OEM part while also utilizing materials and standards of production that ensure long life.
MotoRad is “Trusted to Deliver Better”
We go beyond simply ensuring our products fit your vehicle – MotoRad products are engineered and manufactured with premium materials and rigorous quality control processes to ensure every coil delivers exceptional performance and durability. MotoRad doesn’t just replicate – we innovate. Our engineers analyze potential shortcomings of OEM parts and design improvements to extend service life and optimize performance.The result? MotoRad ignition coils provide long-lasting, trouble-free operation, keeping your car running at its best.
Finding the Perfect Fit with Compatibility & Cross Reference Charts
Ensuring compatibility with your vehicle is essential. Thankfully, MotoRad is the industry leader in vehicle data and provides compatibility charts that allow you to easily identify the right ignition coils for your vehicle by entering year, make, and model or simply the VIN (vehicle identification number) and provide a list of compatible ignition coils, taking the guesswork out of the equation.
The Trusted Choice:
When replacing your vehicle’s ignition coils, choosing between OEM and aftermarket parts can be overwhelming. MotoRad offers a trusted solution engineered to meet or exceed OEM standards, delivering exceptional performance and durability at a value and availability that cannot be matched. Our extensive compatibility charts make finding the perfect fit for your vehicle easy. Choose MotoRad for reliable, long-lasting ignition coils to keep your car running smoothly.