OEM-EQUIVALENT GLASS

OEM-equivalent (also called OEE or aftermarket OEM-spec) glass is manufactured to the original equipment specification by the same major suppliers (Pilkington, Saint-Gobain, AGC, Fuyao) that supply automakers, just without the manufacturer logo etched on. It is chemically and optically identical to OEM glass, meets the same DOT and Transport Canada safety standards, and costs significantly less. The savings are passed to you (or your insurer). True dealer-branded OEM glass is available on request when required by warranty terms or insurance policy.

OEM vs. OEM-Equivalent: What Is the Real Difference?

OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer, the glass your vehicle shipped with from the factory. OEM-equivalent is produced by the same major glass manufacturers (Pilkington, Saint-Gobain, AGC, Fuyao) to the same specification, but without the automaker’s etched logo. The glass is optically and structurally identical. In Ontario, both types meet Transport Canada CMVSS 205 safety standards. The only difference: OEM-equivalent costs 20-40% less, and those savings go directly to you.

Does OEM-Equivalent Glass Void My Warranty?

In most cases, no. Ontario and federal consumer protection law prohibits automakers from voiding your warranty solely because you used non-OEM parts, as long as the parts meet the required specification, which OEM-equivalent glass does. However, some factory warranty terms specify OEM glass for certain repairs. We can source true OEM glass on request when your warranty or insurance policy requires it.

Why London Drivers Choose OEM-Equivalent Glass at LPAG

• Same safety performance as dealer glass at 20-40% lower cost
• Backed by our workmanship warranty on every installation
• Accepted by all major Ontario insurance carriers
• Available for virtually every make and model sold in Canada
• Option to upgrade to true OEM glass if required, just ask