MEMA Timeline

Founded in Cleveland at the Hollenden Hotel as Motor and Accessories Manufacturers Association, focusing on aftermarket suppliers and issues related to product quality and safety​​.

MAMA Financial Services Group (MFSG), the credit reporting subsidiary is established.

Changed name to Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) to represent both aftermarket and original equipment suppliers, marking its expanding role in the industry.

MEMA co-sponsored first Automotive Service Industries Show, forerunner of AAIW and AAPEX

MEMA established its presence in Washington, D.C., enhancing its advocacy and influence on legislative matters​​.

MEMA is influential in passing the National Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Initiated the formation of industry councils, fostering forums for active industry executives​​.

MEMA is influential in passing the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act

Formed the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association, extending its reach into the heavy-duty sector​​.

MEMA opens office in Japan, making it the first auto parts association with an international office.

Established the Japan Automotive Advisory Group, aiding suppliers in business with Japan​​.

MEMA spearheads efforts to consolidate multiple automotive aftermarket trade shows and the first Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW) opens in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Created the Original Equipment Suppliers Association, focusing on the needs of OEM suppliers​​.

Launched the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association, the only association exclusively serving the business needs of aftermarket product manufacturers.

Established its Political Action Committee, furthering its advocacy efforts​​.

Introduced the Association for Sustainable Manufacturing, emphasizing sustainability in manufacturing​​.

MEMA forms International G7 (India/Brazil/Canada/Japan/Mexico/Europe/USA)

MEMA influences key language benefitting suppliers and passage of USMCA.

MEMA plays a pivotal role leading suppliers through the shutdown and restart of OEM production.

Underwent a significant restructuring to reflect industry changes, consolidating its four former divisions into two: MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers, as well as the MEMA Center for Sustainability. This reorganization aimed at simplifying membership, enhancing resource sharing, and addressing industry-wide trends more effectively​​.