The Waymore Way: Alberta auto recycler nominated for local ‘Business of the Year’ award
Didsbury, Alberta — On Sept. 23, the Didsbury, Alta. Train Station hosted a flurry of local businesses to announce this year’s nominees for the Didsbury and District Chamber of Commerce business awards. Representing the auto industry was Waymore Service and Auto Recyclers, which earned a nomination for the Business of the Year award. Waymore Service […]
Road to Wrecking: India implementing auto scrapping initiative
Toronto, Ontario — In India, there are approximately nine million vehicles more than 15 years old that are still driving on roads today. These vehicles often leech up to 10 times more emissions than current norms and, if left unregulated, this number of vehicles could reach more than 20 million by 2025, according to a […]
Ion the Future: Former EV battery researcher wins Nobel prize
Toronto, Ontario — Oct. 16, 2019 — EV batteries will be in 15 percent of new vehicles sold in 2025, and the world is not ready, a Nobel Prize-winning chemist has said. Akira Yoshino, a professor at Meijo University in Nagoya, Japan has been awarded the Nobel prize in chemistry for his development of lithium-ion batteries–the […]
Metal Meddlers: Precious metal prices cause rise in catalytic converter thefts
Hamilton, Ontario — Oct. 16, 2019 — Police in Hamilton, Ontario have seen more than 61 catalytic converter thefts on their streets since May of this year. Catalytic converters are key components in a vehicle’s exhaust system. The part essentially acts as an oven, burning off what the engine does not, and making for cleaner emissions. The […]
Recycling Rundown: ARA’s 76th annual convention and exposition
Charlotte, North Carolina — Oct. 16, 2019 — Last weekend, auto recyclers across North America took to Charlotte Convention Centre in Charlotte, North Carolina for the Automotive Recycler’s Association’s (ARA) 76th annual convention and exposition. This year’s theme was “Accelerate!”, which aimed to offer one-of-a-kind learning opportunities on new products and services, deliver in-depth educational sessions and […]
History in the Making: Global auto recyclers sign historic agreement
Toronto, Ontario — Oct. 2, 2019 — ARC Canada is considering signing a Memorandum of Cooperation after an international roundtable earlier this year. The memorandum was initiated and signed by auto recycling associations from across the globe in an effort to increase collaborative business as well as provide a singular, united voice worldwide for the organizations. […]
From Tires to Toys: Not-for-profit organization uses crumb rubber to refurbish community spaces
Victoria, British Columbia — September 19, 2019 — A tire recycling organization in British Columbia is using recycled crumb rubber to better the local community and send a sustainable message. Tire Stewardship B.C. (TSBC) hosts frequent “tire round up” drives in the Okanagan, B.C. area, where drivers can donate their old tires and feel good […]
ARPAC Amazes: This year’s annual congress a success
Estérel, Quebec — September 19, 2019 — The Quebec Association of Auto Parts Recyclers (ARPAC) members gathered at l’Estérel Resort in Quebec last week for its annual congress. This year’s theme was “Let’s Preserve the Earth”, emphasizing ways to accelerate the turn toward sustainability and green thinking in the industry and beyond. The congress began […]
Ready for Recyclers: AARDA annual convention kicks off tomorrow
Edmonton, Alberta — September 19, 2019 — The Alberta Auto Recyclers and Dismantlers Association annual convention kicks off tomorrow, on September 20, inside the West Edmonton Mall. The annual conference will feature special events such as product demonstrations by ELV Select, heavy equipment demos and a tour of Aldon Auto Salvage’s yard in Lamont, Alta. […]
Family Plan: Chu family buys, redesigns four recycling facilities
Toronto, Ontario — September 16, 2019 — Ontario’s auto recycling industry has been given a massive makeover thanks to its new owners, the Chu family. The family recently purchased and redesigned four auto recycling plants in the southern region of the province. Announced less than two weeks ago, Wenxing Chu and his family have already […]
