Field documentation
Same manufacturer. Same visible markings. A documented comparison.
An original factory-installed Pilkington windshield was compared with a Pilkington windshield purchased through the replacement market.
Observed evidence
What this comparison establishes
The removed factory-installed windshield and the replacement-market windshield showed matching visible manufacturer and feature markings in this documented comparison.
This observation applies to the photographed parts. It is not a universal claim that every original and replacement-market windshield from the same manufacturer has identical construction, fitment, optical performance, or vehicle-specific requirements.
Why the channel matters
“Aftermarket” can describe how a part was purchased, not necessarily who manufactured it or whether the glass is materially different. A specialized glass manufacturer may supply automakers and also produce replacement-market glass.
Verify the exact part, vehicle equipment, markings, and manufacturer procedure before installation.