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More and more European car manufacturers are focusing on re-use, that is, the reuse of inspected genuine OEM parts. What was once considered a temporary solution is now a strategic component for sustainability, cost optimization, and supply chain security. Brands like Renault, BMW and Volvo have already launched extensive programs to bring used genuine parts back to market—professionally checked, certified, and manufacturer-approved.

1. Re-use Significantly Reduces CO₂ Emissions

Manufacturers are under heavy pressure to reduce their CO₂ footprint. The production of a single new part typically involves:

• Energy-intensive smelting processes
• Long-distance transport of raw materials
• Complex machining and processing steps
• Complex global supply chains

A reused OE/OEM part saves on average 70–95% energy compared to new production.

Renault confirms in its "Re-Factory" that up to 80% CO₂ emissions can be saved, depending on the component.

2. More Stable Supply Chains, Reduced Dependencies

Since 2020, we have seen how vulnerable global supply chains can be. Re-use significantly reduces these dependencies, as inspected OEM parts are not affected by current production bottlenecks.

Re-use makes OEMs more independent from:

• Volatile raw material prices
• International suppliers
• Electronic component shortages
• Geopolitical risks

BMW is increasingly relying on remanufacturing modules and electronic components to prevent supply shortages.

3. Re-use Lowers Costs – For Manufacturers and End Users

A remanufactured or reused OEM part:

• Is less expensive to produce
• Has already proven its quality
• Makes efficient use of existing resources

Volvo operates several remanufacturing centers where genuine parts are collected, inspected, and certified before returning to the market.

4. OEM Quality Remains Guaranteed

A reused OE/OEM part always remains a genuine original part.

• Fully compatible
• Precision OEM manufacturing
• Tested quality
• Defined condition
• Exact fit

5. Re-use Is Part of EU Directives

The EU is actively driving the circular economy forward, with measures such as: Recycling quotas Incentives for reuse CO₂ reduction targets More stringent production regulations Renault, BMW, and Volvo are proactively meeting these goals—so re-use is becoming an integral part of future strategies.

6. Benefits for Drivers

• Genuine quality instead of cheap imitations
• 30–70% more affordable
• Available even for older models
• Sustainable repairs
• OE/OEM numbers ensure perfect compatibility

7. Why Auto-Veritas Supports This Approach

• Inspected used original parts
• Clean OE/OEM part numbers
• Clear condition descriptions
• Worldwide shipping
• Maximum sustainability

Conclusion

Re-use is not a trend – it is the future of the European automotive industry.

• High quality
• Precision fit
• Sustainable
• Economically smart

The OEMs have made it clear: Re-use is the quality solution – not a risk.

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