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OEM (original equipment manufacturer) is a broad term whose meaning has evolved over time. In the past, OEM referred to the company that originally built a given product, which was then sold to other companies to rebrand and resell.
Updated May 18, 2017. The acronym OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. Typically, OEM refers to original parts for the automotive industry. For example, if you have a Chevy and need an engine, you can purchase one from another manufacturer or an authentic Chevrolet engine. While the manufacturer may not make the exact part, OEM refers to the part that the manufacturer used in the original vehicle.