Posts Tagged ‘Electric Water Pump’
OEM vs Aftermarket Water Pumps – Sometimes, They’re The Same
Here’s a fun fact: most OEM parts are actually aftermarket brand parts with the automaker’s brand added. Generally, OEM parts aren’t produced by the automaker itself but rather by a contract manufacturer. For example, we (GMB) are an aftermarket brand, but major automakers all over the world hire us to manufacture OEM water pumps. In…
Read MoreWhen It Comes To Water Pumps, EVs Are Business As Usual
This article was originally published on AftermarketNews.com Many people are under the impression that electric vehicles don’t need cooling systems. And therefore don’t need water pumps. But, thankfully for the aftermarket industry, this isn’t true. Electric cars produce heat and still need a cooling system. That’s where the water pump comes in.
Read MoreWater Pump eCommerce – Questions Consumers Ask Before Buying Online
Note: This article was originally published on AftermarketNews.com. Internet Retailer reports that more than $12 billion dollars worth of auto parts and accessories will be sold online in the US in 2019. This represents a 16% increase in sales over 2018, a brisk rate of growth that isn’t expected to let up before 2022.
Read MoreWhat’s That Noise? Explaining Water Pump Noises To Your Customers
This article was originally published on Counterman.com. An average water pump moves 7 gallons of coolant per mile driven. If a water pump lasts for 100,000 miles, it has moved 700,000 gallons of coolant. That’s enough to fill 78 semi truck tanker trailers. It shouldn’t be a surprise that water pumps wear out, but most…
Read MoreWhy Electric Vehicles Need Water Pumps Too
This article was originally published on AftermarketNews.com. If social media is to be believed, millions of consumers believe that electric vehicles (EVs) don’t have any moving parts. Obviously, this isn’t true. EVs have plenty of moving parts, including water pumps. In fact, many EVs have more water pumps than internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs)!
Read MoreElectric Vehicles and the Future of Water Pumps
With more and more electric vehicles (EVs) hitting the roads, one may wonder if some of the key parts found in gas-powered cars are on their way out. The water pump, for example. What does the future have in store?
Read More4 Mistakes Even the Pros Can Make When Installing a Water Pump
Water pumps are generally reliable, at least compared to the ‘good old days.’ On a modern engine, it’s not at all uncommon for a water pump to last longer than the vehicle.
Read More4 Common Causes of Water Pump Failure and How To Prevent Them
Most people know that a water pump is important to vehicle operation, but not everyone knows the four most common causes of water pump failure.
Read MoreHow To Explain Water Pump Failure To a Customer
When a water pump fails, the results can be catastrophic. For this reason, it’s often in a consumer’s best interest to replace a water pump at the first sign of trouble. However, consumers aren’t always aware of the importance of a water pump, nor are they always familiar with water pump failure modes. To help…
Read MoreMaking The Case For Preventative Water Pump Replacement
This article was originally posted on AftermarketNews.com If a water pump isn’t showing signs of a leak, corrosion, cracks, making noise, or exhibiting any other “red flags,” should it be replaced? Most people would say no – it only makes sense to replace a part after it breaks. But, in the case of water pumps, premature…
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