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Used EV parts from 2029: what will the EU require?
The EU's new vehicle-circularity regulation brings labels, documented suitability and clearer provenance to used, refurbished and remanufactured parts.
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Tesla Model 3/Y charge port ECU: Gen 4 and 1537264-20-B
What does a Tesla charge port ECU control, what do Gen 4 and part number 1537264-20-B mean, and why is model year alone insufficient for fitment?
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Hyundai Kona Electric motor and reduction-gear noise: what does the rumble mean and which part needs checking?
A rumble in a 2019–2021 Kona Electric does not reveal whether the motor, reduction gear or mounting is at fault. The manufacturer inspection order and exact part identification help avoid the wrong replacement.
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OEM part number, VIN and revision: how to avoid the wrong EV part
The same model and a similar number do not prove compatibility. Learn what to check on the label, in the VIN and in the manufacturer parts catalogue.
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Renault Zoe Q210, R240, Q90, R90 and ZE50: charging, battery and parts compatibility
Q210, R240, Q90, R90 and ZE50 can mean different charging systems and parts. Here is how to identify the exact used Renault Zoe version.
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EV battery passport 2027: what does the QR code show and what is it good for when buying parts?
From 2027, a digital passport will accompany newly launched EV batteries. We show you what will be public and what you need permission for.
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Tesla Model S and Model X MCU1-MCU2 Compatibility: Check Display, eMMC and Part Number
Not all vertical Tesla displays are replaceable. Here's how to separate the MCU, eMMC repair, radio and full infotainment upgrade.
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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y heat pump parts: octovalve, supermanifold and compressor
The octovalve, supermanifold and electric air conditioner compressor are not the same part. We show you how risky it is to buy a removed unit for a Model 3 or Model Y car without data.
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ICCU Fault in Hyundai IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6 and Kia EV6: Symptoms, Recall and Part Identification
What does the ICCU error mean for E-GMP electric cars, what warnings can prevent performance loss, and why should a recall or replacement part only be checked based on the VIN?
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The circular economy and used EV parts: a greener future for electric mobility
Why reusing tested second-hand EV components matters, and how it can reduce costs, waste and resource pressure at the same time.
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