Mark Phillips, AAP, is the Founder, Chief Analyst and Editor of Aftermarket Intel — the definitive global intelligence node for the automotive aftermarket, supply chain logistics and emerging mobility technology.

With an automotive media career spanning more than 20 years of deep sector specialization, Mark is a recognized global authority tracking capital shifts, macro risks, and trade corridor realignments. His investigative briefings and onsite executive coverage span the world’s most critical industrial centers, from the advanced EV manufacturing hubs of Taipei and Japan to the sovereign investment corridors of Western Europe and the Middle East.

A certified Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP), Mark built his career on a foundation of rigorous investigative journalism, previously serving as editor of major regional newspapers in Boston and Ohio. He is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University and serves as a strategic advisor to leading industry networks and trade shows.