The recovery of used parts suitable for re-sale builds on the company’s existing initiative to refurbish and modernise second-hand trucks to extend their life.
Used trucks will be dismantled at the facility in Vénissieux next to the company’s engine making and logistics centre to recover the drivetrain, cabin parts, the fuel tank and some bodywork while heavier frame parts will be recycled at a local foundry for re-use in new vehicles. Reusable parts are inspected, cleaned and labelled as used before re-sale.
Renault Trucks conducted a feasibility study before committing to the dismantling project together with French car recycling specialist Indra Automobile Recycling and the French Environment and Energy Management Agency
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