Stellantis's SUSTAINera Boosts Circular Economy with New Dismantling Center and Reuse Expansion

Stellantis's SUSTAINera initiative continues to advance its circular economy commitments by implementing its comprehensive 4R strategy—Remanufacture, Reuse, Repair, and Recycle. On April 10, 2026, the company announced the opening of its third internal vehicle dismantling center, following successful launches in Turin, Italy, and São Paulo, Brazil. These centers aim to internalize critical skills and enhance control over end-of-life vehicle materials, supporting Stellantis’s goal to maximize material recovery and promote closed-loop systems.

In 2025, SUSTAINera's joint venture, Valorauto, outperformed European standards by achieving an 89.9% recycling rate and a 97.7% recovery rate for end-of-life vehicles. The dismantling centers recover functional components for reuse as original parts while non-reusable parts are recycled. A notable example is the Italian center's closed-loop aluminum process, partnering with SOREMO to transform post-consumer engines into reusable aluminum ingots.

Battery reuse is a key element of SUSTAINera's strategy. The reuse operations grew by 51% in 2025, fueled by an expanding e-commerce platform (B-Parts) and growing sales in North America and Brazil. Second-life battery applications include an energy storage system at Rome's Fiumicino Airport, showcasing sustainable innovation.

These initiatives align with the global automotive aftermarket’s growth, responding to rising demand for affordable, high-quality used parts while minimizing environmental impact.

Overall, SUSTAINera's efforts demonstrate substantial progress toward sustainable automotive industry practices, reinforcing Stellantis's leadership in circular economy practices.