Fersa and SEG to launch remanufactured Renault Zoe drive unit

ZARAGOZA: PFI Fersa Automotive and SEG Automotive are expanding their ‘redrive’ product line-up with a new remanufactured high-voltage drive unit for the Renault Zoe battery electric vehicle (BEV).

PFI Fersa Automotive is a leader in bearings for electric cars, vans, and light commercial vehicles, while SEG Automotive supplies electric machines and specialises in starter motors and generators.

The new solution, which will be officially presented at Rematec 2025 in Amsterdam from April 8-10, follows the successful introduction of the ‘redrive’ Tesla Model S unit, launched last year to strong demand across the European aftermarket.

The Renault Zoe, introduced in 2012, was one of the first all-electric cars to reach mass-market production in Europe.

Now, more than a decade on, the earliest BEVs are coming out of manufacturer warranty and into independent repair networks.

One of the most stressed and complex components – the electric motor drive unit – is both costly and difficult to replace using traditional OEM channels.

PFI Fersa and SEG Automotive have addressed this mounting challenge head-on with the development of a high-tech 100% remanufactured drive unit, providing the aftermarket sector with a high-quality, cost-effective alternative to full OEM-level replacements.

The drive unit is remanufactured at SEG’s original parts facility in Treto, Spain, with PFI Fersa’s high-performance bearing technology integrated to ensure durability, thermal stability and optimised friction performance.

“We’re not just remanufacturing electric drive units – we are extending the life of electric vehicles and expanding the sustainability of mobility,” said Fersa Group chief business development officer Hugo Santos.

“This partnership with SEG Automotive combines our leading-edge bearing expertise with their OE production capabilities to deliver performance and affordability to the aftermarket sphere.”

The new ‘redrive’ Renault Zoe unit offers up to 30% savings compared to new replacement parts while delivering high-quality systems integration.

The solution covers serial number 290103231R and will be commercially available by end-second quarter of 2025.