BORG Automotive Reman, the leading independent remanufacturer of automotive components, is working to significantly expand its portfolio for mild hybrids, hybrids, and pure electric vehicles. More than 300 product references are currently under development at BORG Automotive Reman for these types of vehicles, and more than a thousand are already available, each with its own dedicated remanufacturing process. This continuous development effort ensures that the company’s range will keep expanding with new, attractive part numbers tailored to the future market demand.
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Electric steering rack undergoing remanufacturing—part of a growing range currently in pre-production.
The trend toward alternative drive systems continues unabated: According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), around 413,000 new battery electric vehicles were registered across the EU in the first quarter of 2025 – a substantial increase of 23.9 percent compared to the same period last year. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle registrations rose by 1.1 percent to 207,048 units, while hybrid electric vehicles saw a 20.7 percent increase, reaching a market share of 35.5 percent. The aftermarket will therefore face a considerable demand for replacement parts in the medium term—and the market continues to grow. BORG Automotive Reman is already addressing tomorrow's demand to ensure that the relevant spare parts are available to distributors and workshops in a timely manner.
Strong Focus on AC Compressors and Belt-Driven Starter Generators
While some products retain the same technology regardless of the powertrain, others—such as AC compressors and alternators—are evolving with vehicle electrification. As a result, BORG Automotive Reman is investing heavily in research to offer customers a broad range of remanufactured products in these technology categories.
Currently, thirty original electric AC compressors—used by vehicle manufacturers in electric vehicles—are being analysed in detail at the remanufacturer’s R&D centre. They are being prototyped for remanufacturing and subjected to extensive testing. These compressors are powered by their own electric motor and draw energy from the vehicle’s high-voltage system, replacing the traditional belt drive that is no longer used in electric vehicles.
A similar process applies to more than 20 belt-driven starter generator (BSG) part numbers (48V), already in series production in mild hybrid vehicles from various manufacturers. These components support the combustion engine during starting, recuperation, and boosting.
Both product groups are now undergoing significant portfolio expansion. BORG Automotive Reman currently offers 34 electric AC compressors and a range of 12V belt-driven starter generators developed a decade ago for start-stop systems.
Many New Products for Combustion Engines and Electric Cars
In addition, BORG Automotive Reman has many other spare parts in pre-production that are equally suitable for combustion engines and/or electrified cars. For example, the company is working on around 30 electric steering racks, more than 130 electric parking brakes, and over 30 electrically actuated turbochargers.
As is standard practice at BORG Automotive Reman—and unlike many of its competitors—the company is not only focusing on fast-moving items but also on less commonly available spare parts. Also, the same high-quality standards are applied to every spare part. All OE specifications must be met before an item is approved for series remanufacturing. This requires a highly specialised team of engineers as well as—in some cases—collaboration with universities or other companies.
Observing Market Trends—Tapping into New Products
BORG Automotive Reman is expanding its product range for electrified vehicles in parallel with maintaining its range of combustion engine products. At the same time, the remanufacturing specialists are evaluating which other products in the field of e-mobility are suitable for remanufacturing. One focus of in-house research is for instance on electric motors, for which pilot projects are already underway.
“Today we are experiencing an environment where both vehicle powertrains and product technologies are evolving. On the one hand, we need to identify new products that can expand our portfolio; on the other hand, we must ensure that our existing range remains future-proof, and that our pipeline of development supports this direction.” explains Lorenzo Gaspari, Head of New Business Development.