Full Circle: Auto recycler Andrew MacDonald employs tire-derived aggregate in latest construction project
Truro, Nova Scotia — President of Maritime Auto Parts Andrew MacDonald and his wife Katie are taking recycled tires to a new level—ground-level, that is. Since 1996, Nova Scotia’s tires have been processed and recycled by Divert Nova Scotia (Divert NS). According to the organization, more than one million used tires are diverted from the […]
In Tune with the Times: Solera unveils new logo, website
Westlake, Texas — Solera is unveiling a new logo and website that it says “more accurately” represents the company in today’s automotive space. “The logo includes a stylized lightning bolt that symbolizes our commitment to leveraging our speed, data, and solutions to help accelerate your success,” wrote Solera in its announcement. The company says its […]
Stelco’s Circle: Canadian steelmaker plans to recycle EV batteries, materials at Ontario plant
Hamilton, Ontario — Canadian steel company Stelco is planning to recycle end-of-life electric vehicle batteries and lithium-ion batteries at its facility in Nanticoke, Ontario, the company announced Jan. 11. Stelco is proposing an integrated shredding and hydrometallurgical refinery at its Lake Erie Works in Nanticoke, southwest of Hamilton and near Port Dover. Alan Kestenbaum, CEO […]
Fortner’s Fortitude: LKQs Terry Fortner announces retirement, effective July
Toronto, Ontario — Terry Fortner, the long-time v-p of sales and marketing for LKQ has announced his retirement, effective at the end of July. Fortner, who gave 12 years of his career to LKQ, was initially brought on to develop relationships with the company’s corporate insurance partners and high-volume shops. President, Wholesale North America Operations […]
Search and Salvage: New History Channel show takes auto salvage airborne
Toronto, Ontario — Fans of “Rust Valley Restorers”, keep an eye out, the History Channel is offering a new vantage point on the auto salvage industry with the new show, “Lost Car Rescue”, premiering this week. The show puts a spin on a familiar formula by putting viewers in the cockpit with a team of […]
Search and Rescue: Canadian auto recyclers commended for handling of Takata airbag recall
Toronto, Ontario — Canadian auto recyclers are working hard to pick up the pieces of the still ongoing Takata airbag recall that affected millions of vehicles worldwide. Rebuilders’ Automotive Supply (RAS) congratulated the nation’s recyclers in an email last Wednesday, saying “Keep up the good work! We Appreciate Our Canadian Customers!”, recognizing them for their […]
Chop Blocked: Alta. RCMP recover $550,000 in stolen vehicles from alleged Chestermere chop shop
Chestermere, Alberta — RCMP in southern Alberta located $550,000 to $600,000 in stolen vehicles following the bust of an alleged chop shop near the city of Chestermere. The Southern Alberta Crime Reduction Unit (SACRU), a regional wing of the RCMP, received a tip from the Calgary Police Service of the possible location of a stolen […]
Leading the Battery Pack: B.C. poised to lead EV recycling industry, Pembina Institute report says
Vancouver, British Columbia — British Columbia is poised to lead the nation in EV battery recycling thanks to the province’s rapid and widespread adoption of emission-free vehicles, according to a new report from the Pembina Institute. The environmental advocacy organization published its report, “Closing the Loop B.C.’s role in recycling battery metals and minerals to […]
If it Ain’t Broke: LKQ says salvage parts out-performing aftermarket in Q3 earnings report
Toronto, Ontario — LKQ released its third quarter earnings report last Thursday and found that recycled parts are out-performing the aftermarket in revenue. President and CEO Dominick Zarcone believes he knows why. “Salvage parts come from the local markets, right? We buy total loss vehicles locally, we dismantle them locally and then we can distribute […]
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 […]
