Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the automotive aftermarket are under increasing pressure to remain competitive while transitioning to circular business
models, in line with Dutch sustainability goals.
These SMEs, operating in areas such as auto parts, battery systems, maintenance, and damage repair, are directly affected by this shift. They face dual challenges: adapting
their operations to meet sustainability directives and responding to intensified competition from low-cost, imported Chinese electric vehicles (EVs).