Turbos 44 www.aftermarketonline.net MAY 2025 Busting the reman myth Auto parts major Borg Automotive Reman highlights the exceptional quality and performance that comes from remanufactured turbochargers Through a meticulous remanufacturing process and stringent quality assurance — including certifications such as DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 and the IATF 16949 automotive supplier standard — Borg Automotive Reman ensures that each turbocharger meets the highest industry standards. Only original parts are remanufactured and the process is highly sophisticated. Every incoming turbocharger is disassembled, cleaned and thoroughly inspected. If it is suitable for reman, the specialists remove all dirt and oil residues from the housing parts. Small scratches on the inlet are polished out, and threads that fail the quality test get repaired. Small and worn parts are replaced by parts from renowned tier 1 and tier 2 suppliers. Each turbocharger is then precisely balanced and the flow rate is adjusted according to specifications. In addition, each device must pass more than 30 tests before it goes on sale. All turbochargers are traceable as part of the quality assurance process. As thousands of used turbochargers pass through the hands of our reman specialists, they can identify differences between various original designs. By applying the design optimisations from the latest versions to older models, they can help prevent premature failures. This unwavering focus on quality not only ensures the reliability of reman turbochargers but also positions Borg Automotive Reman at the forefront of industry innovation. As a result, the company can remanufacture not only electrically actuated turbochargers, but electric power steering racks or electric air conditioning compressors as well. Nelson Gracias, Borg Automotive Reman product manager, said: “Depending on the design, communication between the turbocharger and the ECU is possible via both CAN bus and a pulse-width modulated signal. Understanding the flow of information is vital to guarantee optimum quality.” Compared to purely mechanical or pneumatic systems, this allows the engine control unit to control the turbocharger performance particularly precisely and flexibly, Gracias said. Many of the reman turbos range offered feature an electric actuator. For instance, two newly added turbochargers are for models from Hyundai, Kia, Nissan and Renault. They represent a pool of around 450,000 vehicles in Europe. The turbos are available under the company’s own brands Elstock, DRI and TMI, as well as under the traditional Lucas brand, which is used under licence. The constantly growing range now includes around 880 references for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, covering more than 157 million vehicles in Europe. Turbochargers with variable turbine geometry are also available, along with electrically controlled models or biturbos — usually with a gasket set included in the scope of delivery. GSF Car Parts is to stock turbochargers from the Lucas range under a new partnership with Borg Automotive. The company said the move gives coverage of 95% of the turbo market and includes fitment for both passenger and light commercial vehicles. Brands available through Borg, which specialises in the remanufacturing of OE-quality parts for the European aftermarket, include DRI and TMI, in addition to Lucas. Parts include starters, alternators, brake calipers, aircon compressors, EGR valves, steering racks, and steering pumps. GSF will invest in stock from across Borg Automotive’s premium brand Lucas, which will be distributed to its branch network from its National Distribution Centre in Wolverhampton. GSF’s CEO Steve Horne said: “We’re excited to be distributing a diverse range of products under the Lucas brand. This partnership not only expands the support we can offer our customers with a broader product range, but also strengthens our collaboration with Borg, which is a fantastic step forward.” Klaus Jensen, country manager and senior sales lead for the Borg Automotive Group, said: “We see great potential in this collaboration and are convinced that it will generate strong results for both parties and, most importantly, for customers.” GSF in Lucas turbos supply deal
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