At AAPEX 2023, Dayco announced a whole range of new part numbers for the automotive aftermarket. 

These new products are part of an initiative to become the leading supplier of engine and accessory drive components for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries.

Dayco’s line of light-duty serpentine belt kits will grow by 8 new part numbers, for a total of 105 SKUs, focusing on high vehicles in operation (VIO) applications including popular last mile delivery fleet vehicles. Timing chain kits will increase by 9 SKUs, while, serpentine belts will increase by four SKUs for an increase in coverage of 2.3 million vehicles in service.

In addition, more than 40 tensioners, water pumps and pulley SKUs are being launched to enhance coverage for fast-moving applications. Hoses also continue to see line adjustments with 80 SKUs launching in 2023 for an additional 54 million in VIO coverage. The hose product line includes two new branched hoses for super-duty Ford diesel trucks that were also featured in the 2023 AAPEX new product showcase and designed as a cost-effective solution compared to OE hoses.