ARC on the Big Screen: Steve Fletcher to deliver talk during IBISConnect USA
Toronto, Ontario — Got any lunch plans today? You better not, because Steve Fletcher, managing director of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada, is set to deliver a talk during the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium’s IBISConnect USA event. At 1:30 p.m., Fletcher will be speaking alongside Mario Dimovski, CEO of Plastifix, and John Chalifoux, president and […]
New Semester: Car-Part.com releases September webinar schedule
Toronto, Ontario — All you auto recyclers pack up your glitter pens into your Fortnite backpacks, Car-Part.com is sending you back to school this September. Car-Part.com has a swath of new training webinars lined up for the month of September, covering the ins-and-outs of Car-Part’s many pieces of parts sourcing software. September’s webinar schedule from […]
Challenging Change: URG’s Educational Conference sees 600+ attendees
Dallas, Texas — If there’s one constant the automotive recycling industry can count on for the future, it is continuous change–and the United Recyclers Group (URG) supported that sentiment at its recent URG Educational Conference, held August 5 through 7 in Dallas, Texas. With more than 600 people in attendance, this year’s URG Educational Conference sessions […]
Behind the Bids: Progi’s three tips to guide auction bids
Trois-Rivières, Québec– On Tuesday, Progi released an article entitled “3 Factors to Guide Your Auction Bids” featuring the company’s tips on making cool-headed, informed buying decisions. Penned by Alexandre Rocheleau, Progi’s captain of marketing, the article is aimed to “address professional or amateur buyers who purchase vehicles to recycle them for profit.” Click here to […]
Panel Peril: SCRS releases tip video on repairs to recycled quarter panels
Toronto, Ontario — The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has been hard at work over the past few months producing weekly advice videos for collision repairers, with one particular late-July video touching on recycled quarter panels. The ongoing video series from SCRS, hosted by Collision Advice CEO Mike Anderson, reaches all aspects of the […]
No Substitutions: Subaru updates position statement on aftermarket parts, ‘does not approve’ of ROE parts
Toronto, Ontario — Subaru has released an update to its position statement on the use of alternative, recycled and salvaged parts in repairs on the company’s vehicles. “Subaru of America simply wants to be as clear as possible regarding its position on the proper repair of Subaru vehicles,” said Devin Wilcox, Subaru’s collision certification manager. […]
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 […]
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Ramping Up Recycling: General Motors launches website for auto recycling
Toronto, Ontario — General Motors has launched a new website designed to educate people on how to remove and recycle batteries from its electric and hybrid vehicles. The website, called Recycle My Battery, was specifically designed for vehicle dismantlers who recycle end of life vehicles. The site provides information on how to disable and remove battery packs from […]
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 […]
