name: Tenneco Vocabulary
description: >-
  Core vocabulary and taxonomy for Tenneco, the global automotive component
  manufacturer. Covers automotive systems, aftermarket concepts, vehicle
  fitment, and Tenneco's product portfolio terminology.
created: '2026-05-03'
modified: '2026-05-03'
terms:
  - term: Clean Air
    definition: >-
      Tenneco's emissions control product segment. Manufactures exhaust systems,
      catalytic converters, diesel particulate filters, and other emissions
      reduction components for light vehicles, commercial trucks, and
      off-highway applications.
    tags:
      - Product Segments
      - Emissions Control

  - term: Powertrain
    definition: >-
      Tenneco's engine components product segment. Manufactures pistons, piston
      rings, bearings, cylinder liners, and fuel management components that
      optimize engine performance across multiple fuel types.
    tags:
      - Product Segments
      - Engine Components

  - term: Ride Performance
    definition: >-
      Tenneco's safety and comfort systems product segment. Manufactures shock
      absorbers, struts, springs, and chassis components under the Monroe and
      other brands.
    tags:
      - Product Segments
      - Chassis

  - term: DRiV
    definition: >-
      Tenneco's global aftermarket business comprising more than 30 brands
      including Monroe, Champion, Walker, Fel-Pro, MOOG, and others. DRiV
      serves independent mechanics, dealers, distributors, and retailers.
    tags:
      - Aftermarket
      - Business Segments

  - term: Aftermarket
    definition: >-
      Replacement parts and services sold after the original vehicle sale.
      Tenneco's DRiV division is a major global aftermarket supplier for
      brake, chassis, exhaust, and engine parts.
    tags:
      - Business Segments
      - Distribution

  - term: OEM
    definition: >-
      Original Equipment Manufacturer. Tenneco supplies components directly
      to vehicle manufacturers for inclusion in new vehicles. OEM supply is
      separate from the DRiV aftermarket business.
    tags:
      - Business Segments
      - Manufacturing

  - term: Vehicle Fitment
    definition: >-
      The compatibility mapping between a specific part number and the vehicle
      makes, models, and years it fits. Critical for aftermarket parts lookup
      and catalog navigation.
    tags:
      - Parts Catalog
      - Data

  - term: ACES
    definition: >-
      Automotive Catalog Exchange Standard. Industry-standard XML format for
      transmitting vehicle fitment data between suppliers and retailers in the
      aftermarket parts ecosystem.
    tags:
      - Standards
      - Parts Catalog

  - term: PIES
    definition: >-
      Product Information Exchange Standard. Industry-standard XML format for
      transmitting product attribute data (dimensions, weight, pricing) in the
      aftermarket parts ecosystem.
    tags:
      - Standards
      - Parts Catalog

  - term: Catalytic Converter
    definition: >-
      An emissions control device in the exhaust system that converts toxic
      combustion byproducts into less harmful compounds. Part of Tenneco's
      Clean Air product segment.
    tags:
      - Products
      - Emissions Control

  - term: Shock Absorber
    definition: >-
      A hydraulic device that dampens vehicle oscillations to provide a
      smooth ride. Sold under the Monroe brand in Tenneco's DRiV aftermarket
      portfolio.
    tags:
      - Products
      - Ride Performance

  - term: Telematics
    definition: >-
      Remote vehicle diagnostics and tracking technology. Not a primary Tenneco
      offering, but relevant to their commercial truck and off-highway segments
      where fleet management integration matters.
    tags:
      - Digital
      - Connected Vehicle