With the slow return to normal life after months of social isolation, American and Canadian politicians will soon turn their head to another problem—a sluggish economy. What role the automotive aftermarket will play in this remains to be… Read full post » The post Unretire…
The Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) have created a Covid-19 Relief Fund to support Members during the Covid-19 pandemic and recovery. The impact of the virus has been felt at every level of society, and auto recyclers are… Read full post » The post ARC…
How many occupations can proclaim they save people’s money and the planet? Twenty years ago, an auto recycler’s business greatly relied on customers coming to the wrecking yard on the weekends. “Saturday would be the day when dads… Read full post » The post Proud…
Looking forward has always been a priority for Michael Carcone. Michael Carcone owns and operates Carcone’s Auto Recycling in Aurora, Ont. It’s a family business, started by his father Tony, in 1978. Today it employs more than 49… Read full post » The post Carcone’s…
How to effectively dispose of EVs and battery systems is a growing concern. In Europe, there is a movement that is looking to push the envelope, not only in terms of electrified automotive technology but how the concept… Read full post » The post Handling…
To raise awareness for the ICM’s upcoming International Congress for Battery Recycling ICBR 2019– to be held in Lyon, France, from September 18 – 20, 2019–the organization conducted an interview with Jean-Denis Curt, a recycling and circular economy… Read full post » The post Renault…
As integration between collision and mechanical shops increases, auto recyclers are recognizing the need to adapt in how they do business with these shops and also each other. Integration is not without its challenges. Steve Fletcher, Managing Director… Read full post » The post An…
Automotive recyclers are experiencing rapid shifts in everything from their business models to data integrity, inventory acquisition and customer expectations. by Caryn Smith “The automotive recycling industry has a rich 76-year history serving a vital role in the… Read full post » The post The…
Since 1947, auto recyclers and insurers have been working under Saskatchewan Government Insurance’s (SGI) Salvage division to manage total loss vehicles and sell more parts within the province. Presenting at the 2019 Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) Convention… Read full post » The post A…
The Canadian Auto Recyclers Environmental Code (CAREC) turned 10 this year and although there weren’t a lot of cakes cut or balloons launched, the industry continues to celebrate this program with every vehicle that is retired and decommissioned… Read full post » The post A…