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In June 2001, Jean-Francois Hilico, Industrial Project Manager at Renault Trucks, had to recommend to his board a development strategy for the company''s truck remanufacturing business. Remanufacturing consisted of rebuilding used parts to bring them to a level of performance just beneath that of new parts, at a much lower cost. After having analysed the pros and cons of three investment options, participants are asked to make a recommendation. This case invites participants to take into account investment criteria other than just profitability, such as environmental protection, safety and the competitive implications of offering remanufactured parts.