The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) announced it has certified the first aftermarket auto parts intended for sale in the South African market. The parts, manufactured by the Tong Yang Group and distributed by Grandmark International, were certified following a testing process that included material evaluations, construction method verification, vehicle test fits (VTF), and dimensional/appearance inspections.
Kerry Tapio, Operations Manager for the CAPA Program, stated, “CAPA’s priority has always been to ensure access to high-quality, fairly priced, alternative parts that provide comparability to OEM parts. We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone as CAPA continues to support the certification of