What is the relationship between OESA and the Motor & Equipment Suppliers Association?
OESA is a market segment association of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association. OESA is separately incorporated with its own board of directors. MEMA has two other associations serving the aftermarket and heavy duty sectors, called the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association and Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association, respectively. Members paying dues to AASA or HDMA with existing business or interest in the OE market may join OESA for $1,000 per year. OESA members with business or interest in the aftermarket or heavy duty sectors may join AASA or HDMA, also for $1,000 per year. In all cases, a member must complete the membership application for each market segment group in which they have interest.
