Electric Education: Automotive Recyclers of Canada to hold EV education event
Toronto, Ontario — With new information on electric vehicles being released by OEMs faster than can be absorbed, Steve Fletcher and the Automotive Recyclers of Canada have decided to hold a webinar in November to lay it all out for the Canadian recycling community. Set for Nov. 4 and to be led by Fletcher and […]
Good Deal for Dale: Dale Nagel joins SARA board of directors
Regina, Saskatchewan — The board of directors for the Saskatchewan Automotive Recyclers Association (SARA) has welcomed Dale Nagel, Dale & Lisa’s Farm & Auto Ltd in Mossbank, into its ranks. A lifelong hot rodder, Nagel built his first ride when he was only 15 years old—a 1940 Fargo truck on a Malibu frame, with all […]
Industry Insider: Insights, opportunities and outlooks from LKQ Corporation
Toronto, Ontario — On this episode of Collision Repair‘s Industry Insider, host Allison Rogers sits down with Paul Reichert, senior director of MSO and insurance services (Canada) for LKQ Corporation, to discuss some of the company’s trending insights and outlooks for the future of the collision repair and automotive aftermarkets. Listen to the full 15-minute […]
Circular Solutions: BMW designs 100 percent recyclable ‘Vision Circular’ concept vehicle
Toronto, Ontario — BMW revealed its vision for a sustainable future on Monday, unveiling the fully-recyclable Vision Circular concept vehicle, made entirely from reusable materials. When BMW says that everything in this car is both recycled and eventually recyclable, they mean everything, as the company boasts that the battery driving the concept vehicle “is 100% […]
Tough Talks: Steve Fletcher speaks on IBISConnect USA sustainability panel
London, United Kingdom — Some deep discussions need to be had across the automotive and automotive aftermarket industries if a path toward sustainability and sustainable repairs is to be achieved, according to a panel during the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) broadcast last week. The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium’s IBISConnect USA event took place last […]
Recycler’s Rebuke: ARA critical of Subaru ban on recycled parts, ‘stifles competition’
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers Association has some strong words for Subaru after the Japanese automaker dropped a ban on repairing their vehicles with recycled parts, earlier in August. Representing 4,500 auto recycling facilities worldwide, ARA contends that alternative parts are “safe and economical”, and that Subaru’s recent decisions on the matter put further […]
Setting a Gold Standard: Standard Auto Wreckers receives honour from Port Hope mayor
Port Hope, Ontario — David Gold, owner of Ontario’s Standard Auto Wreckers, was recently recognized by Port Hope Mayor Bob Sanderson for his company’s work in the local community. “In 2014 we began discussions [for Standard to open in Port Hope], and it’s only been positive since then,” said Sanderson. The mayor noted Standard Auto Wreckers’ […]
Close the Loop: Eastman, USAMP and PADNOS collaborate for fully circular recycling study in automotive market
Kingsport, Tennessee — Eastman, the United States Automotive Materials Partnership LLC (USAMP) and automotive recycler PADNOS announced yesterday that they are collaborating on a concept feasibility study to demonstrate a closed-loop project to recycle automotive-industry mixed plastic waste in the automotive supply chain. When automobiles are at the end of their life, metals, tires, and glass account for […]
Catalytic Crime: The battle against catalytic converter thefts continues in Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario — Catalytic converters are an important part of every vehicle, they serve as an exhaust emission control, help reduce pollutants in exhaust gas and hold a high resale value. Unfortunately, they are also items that are frequently stolen, say the Ottawa Police Service (OPS). As of June 8th, 2021, there has been a […]
Between the Molds: Ford recycles HP 3D printer powder waste in auto parts
Detroit, Michigan – In line with their recent push to reduce their carbon footprint, Ford is teaming up with HP to reuse spent 3D-printed powders and parts to make injection molded vehicle parts. These newly developed recycled materials are being used to manufacture injection-moulded fuel-line clips on F-250 trucks. This material has better chemical and […]
