” Since January 2017, car repair shops are no longer required to replace damaged parts known as “visible” with those from the vehicle manufacturer and must provide two quotes during a repair: one with reused parts and one without. A subtlety that allows some repair quotes to be reduced by significant proportions. ” explains Master Jean-Baptiste Le Dall.
What is a reused part?
Used or reused spare parts come from the dismantling of end-of-life vehicles and therefore represent alternatives traced, controlled and guaranteed by professionals.
” They allow you to carry out repairs on your vehicle, taking no risks but saving money. We can also talk about the impact on the environment, always better with a reused part ” explains Master Le Dall.
Now for the motorcycles
” This is a new decree that comes into force on October 1, 2024 and which extends to two- or three-wheeled motorized vehicles the possibility for consumers to opt for the use of spare parts from the circular economy instead of new parts. ” explains Master Le Dall.
” An obligation for any professional who sells vehicle maintenance or repair services. The consumer will now be able to opt for certain categories of spare parts, parts from the circular economy instead of new parts.. »
Which parts are affected?
” This includes body parts, interior trim for motor vehicles and upholstery for two- or three-wheeled motor vehicles, non-glued glazing, optics, mechanical or electronic parts, rear-view mirrors or fuel tanks. ” explains Maître Le Dall.
” However, the following parts are excluded because they affect the safety of the motorcycle: running gear, steering elements, braking components, ground connections, wheel axles, brake linings, cradle frame, or structural chassis part. »
