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Guides, sourcing notes and industry news for people who buy heavy-duty parts.

Euro 7 for Trucks and Buses: What Parts Buyers Should Know
The EU's Euro 7 regulation brings brake and tyre particles into emissions law for the first time. The heavy-duty dates, the open questions and what it means for the aftermarket.

Importing Truck Parts from Türkiye: Incoterms, Documents and Practical Steps
A plain guide for first-time importers: which delivery terms to ask for, which documents arrive with the goods and how to prepare a request suppliers can quote quickly.

How to Read Truck OE Part Numbers: Mercedes-Benz, MAN, Scania, Volvo, DAF
Each truck maker writes part numbers its own way. Learn the common formats so you can search, cross-reference and order without mistakes.

WVA Numbers Explained: How to Identify Truck Brake Pads and Linings
The WVA number describes the shape of a brake pad or lining. Here is how it works and why it is the fastest way to order the right one.

Air Spring Failure on Trucks and Trailers: Symptoms, Causes and How to Order a Replacement
A leaking air spring rarely fails without warning. Learn the signs, the usual causes and the details a supplier needs to quote the right part.

OE, OEM, OES and Aftermarket Parts: What the Labels Really Mean
The same water pump can be sold under four different labels. This guide explains what each one means and how to choose for a fleet.