Our History
Founded in 1979 by a pioneering figure of sustainable manufacturing from Lucas Automotive, Auto Electric International began its journey in Southfield, MI. We initially started remanufacturing classic alternators and starters that were no longer available at an auto parts retailer for local automotive repair facilities.
Through our unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality products, meeting or exceeding OE specifications, by 1988, we established our first private label partnership remanufacturing for a top OE manufacturer looking to extend the life of parts that were no longer in production. With great success in this program, we continued to expand our private label business to many more top OE manufacturers over the next 30 years.
Recognizing that remanufactured products are of the same or better quality than OE, our private label partnerships expanded from keeping old parts in service to remanufacturing newer parts, many still in production, with the goal of giving the mass market OE quality parts at a more affordable price than new.
With the understanding of climate change and the desire of companies and individuals alike to become carbon neutral, sustainable manufacturing is continuing to expand its reach. Our focus on sustainability has been central from the start, reusing over 80% of components, extending the life of parts far beyond their expected life cycle, and achieving three great accomplishments:
- Reducing waste entering a landfill
- Reducing emissions and waste from mining and new part production
- Reducing emissions from a large complex supply chain
In 2021, we furthered our commitment to sustainability by venturing into OE private label hybrid generator remanufacturing, embracing new challenges and opportunities in the evolving automotive landscape.
As we continue to grow and adapt to the changing automotive landscape, our dedication to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction remains unwavering. We look forward to continuing to provide the highest quality products at an affordable price, allowing you to easily make the decision to pick the eco-friendly option.