An ecological commitment
Reconstruction in remanufactured requires precision machining that consumes little energy and allows, by recycling the main elements of the organ, to avoid, as is the case with new products: the supply of raw materials, cast iron, steel, aluminum and therefore the enormous energy consumption for the production of these materials and then their transformation.
These energy savings are de facto part of ecology.
A circular economy
Decree No. 78-993 of October 4, 1978, amended by No. 80-709 of September 5, 1980
The remanufactured is regulated by law. This is decree no. 78-993 of October 4, 1978, amended by decree no. 80-709 of September 5, 1980: The term "remanufactured" may not be used to designate, for the purpose of sale, an engine, component or subassembly mounted or intended to be mounted on a motor vehicle, to replace a used part that is being taken back, unless the engine, component or subassembly delivered, identical or equivalent, is new or has been reconditioned in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications, either by the manufacturer or in a workshop whose production and control resources allow the original characteristics to be guaranteed.
Decree No. 2016-703 of May 30, 2016 relating to the use of automotive spare parts from the circular economy
Target audiences: professionals selling maintenance or repair services for motor vehicles, approved ELV (end-of-life vehicle) centres, companies in the automotive sector. Subject: automotive spare parts from the circular economy. Entry into force: the decree enters into force on 1 January 2017. Notice: the decree sets out the terms and conditions under which professionals selling maintenance or repair services for vehicles must enable consumers to opt for the use, for certain categories of spare parts, of parts from the circular economy, instead of new parts.
PIEC: Parts from the Circular Economy
PIEC (Parts from the Circular Economy) encompasses all reused, repurposed, or refurbished automotive parts, in accordance with French regulations. They constitute a key pillar of the circular economy applied to the automotive sector. PIEC includes, in particular:
- exchange parts,
- used parts from approved end-of-life vehicle (ELV) centers,
- and parts refurbished or reconditioned using controlled industrial processes.
Exchange is therefore a specific and regulated form of PIEC, characterized by the complete refurbishment of a component, with the return of the old part.
Exchange: A PIEC with High Industrial Added Value
Within the PIEC framework, exchange occupies a special place. It is based on the reuse of the main components of the original part, precision machining and strict quality controls, and compliance with the manufacturer's specifications. This approach helps conserve natural resources, significantly reduces energy consumption compared to manufacturing a new part, and guarantees a level of performance, reliability, and safety equivalent to the original.
Because the circular economy is a structural evolution of the automotive sector, Distrimotor's approach is fully aligned with this logic:
- priority given to used parts,
- promotion of remanufactured parts as the benchmark industrial solution,
- strict adherence to standards and regulatory frameworks,
- transparency regarding the origin and nature of the parts offered.
The End of the "New Car" Mindset
Why replace your vehicle when you can extend its lifespan? Faced with engine failure, the automotive market has conditioned us to see only one option: going into debt for a new vehicle.
Distrimotor offers an alternative with its remanufactured exchange program, allowing you to shift from passive consumption to a car-building strategy.
Faced with environmental and energy challenges, the most modern choice isn't the one that shines in the showroom, but the one that lasts on the road. Give your car a new lease on life. Preserve your future.
The 4 Dimensions of Regeneration
1. Technical Excellence: Reliability Restored
A remanufactured engine from Distrimotor is often superior to a brand-new one. Why? Because it benefits from the technical expertise gained in addressing initial production defects. You keep a vehicle whose history you know, without the intrusive electronics and sometimes fragile complexity of newer models. Each engine is remanufactured with surgical precision, guaranteeing you the same performance as when it was new, plus added comfort and safety.
2. Practicality for Everyday Use
Why learn to drive a new car when yours gives you complete satisfaction? Instead of changing models, you get your vehicle back, your comfort, and your familiar driving experience, but with renewed technical qualities. It's also the quickest and most logical solution for those who see a car as a tool for freedom, not an endless expense.
3. Ecological Awareness: Planned Obsolescence Deactivated
The engine can be replaced, but the planet can't. Buying a new vehicle has the largest carbon footprint for an individual. The future-proof alternative is to keep the chassis and replace only the engine: this way, you practice conservation ecology and actively participate in the circular economy by avoiding the mobilization of tons of metals and energy required to cast a new structure.
4. Financial Sovereignty for Less Impact on Your Lifestyle
Engine replacement is the ultimate shield against inflation and declining purchasing power. Zero credit, zero stress: by saving up to €30,000, you don't change your standard of living, you protect it.
The Smart Choice: Would you rather invest in a car body sitting idle in a garage, or in your personal projects and the future of your loved ones? Put less money into the engine, and more into your life.
