The OEM is the original equipment manufacturer. This is the company that made the windshield for the car when it was first manufactured. You can check the different automotive glass manufacturers in USA.

An aftermarket windshield is a replacement windshield that is made by an automotive glass manufacturer other than the OEM. These can be of a high grade and live up to the same expectations as the windshield that was initially installed.

Yes, as long as the glass meets the DOT standards. Always ask the automotive glass services or custom automotive glass manufacturer about their recognition and certifications.

DOT certification is required to be carried by every windscreen that is offered for sale in the United States. Whether it is a custom made automotive glass or not, you can find the DOT certification logo on the windshield.

The main difference is that OEM glass is made by the original manufacturer, while aftermarket glass is made by a different company. Aftermarket glass may be just as high quality, but it is usually cheaper than OEM glass. This is commonly offered by many glass manufacturing companies in USA.

There are a great number of retail establishments that stock aftermarket windshields. You can find them at auto glass shops, car parts stores, and online retailers. You may also find one in a Vancouver glass company.

Aftermarket windshields can be just as high quality as OEM windshields, but they are usually cheaper. They are also easier to find since there is a high availability of aftermarket windshields. There are many glass manufacturers in Canada that offer these.