Recycling Responsibilities: Proposed California bill would make EV battery producers responsible for recycling and end-of-life management
Sacramento, California — A California bill is reportedly headed to vote that if signed into law, would make electric vehicle battery producers operating in the state responsible for the end-of-life management and recycling of their batteries. The bill, SB 615, was originally passed out of the Appropriations Committee on August 15, 2024, with the bill […]
Seeking Feedback: Submit your requests for Canadian Auto Recyclers’ 2025 edition
Toronto, Ontario — The annual publication dedicated to Canada’s automotive recyclers is closer than you might think. As we prepare for the 2025 edition of Canadian Auto Recyclers, we’re seeking industry feedback on what YOU want to see. Fill out the short survey below to submit your ideas. Loading…
Reclaim and Reuse: Honda, Nissan to recycle plastic from scrapped cars
Tokyo, Japan – Honda and Nissan are building supply chains for recycled plastics, Nikkei has said in a recent article. By doing this, it will make their vehicles greener and comply with expected new European regulations. Plastic is an essential material in automobile production. It can be found in bumpers, interior components and other parts. […]
Electric Expansion: Alberta looks to expand electronic recycling program to include solar panels and EV batteries
Edmonton, Alberta — The province of Alberta is reportedly expanding its recycling program with the long-term goal of recycling electric vehicle batteries. The updated recycling program, which will begin to be phased in April 2025, will start by seeing power tools, lawn and garden equipment, small appliances and household electronics like cell phones start to […]
Industry Insider: Used vehicles; vehicle theft; auto auctions–the impact on the Canadian market
Toronto, Ontario — On this episode of Industry Insider, we speak with Blair Earle, managing director of IAA Inc., Canada, to hear how the used vehicle market is affecting Canadian aftermarket operations; vehicle sales prices and more. Be sure to listen to the end to hear a special segment about vehicle theft in Canada and […]
New Passport Down Under: EV battery passports are being pushed in Australia
Canberra, Australia – Discussions amongst the Australian federal government have heard calls for the introduction of a ‘passport’ for electric vehicle (EV) batteries in Australia. This comes after concerns that the country’s battery recycling industry may not be ready for an increase in battery waste. The Australian Associated Press reports that this week’s Transition to […]
Recyclers in Reno: ARA to host 81st annual convention and expo in Reno, Nevada from October 23 to 26
Reno, Nevada — The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) Annual Convention and Expo will take place in Reno, Nevada, this year, from October 23 to 26 at the recently renovated Peppermill Resort and Casino. The convention and expo will see events such as nearly 50 automotive recyclers and industry experts sharing their insights on topics that […]
Help From Hardin: Trent Hardin assumes role of Executive Directorship of AARDA and direct responsibility for member CAREC audits in Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta — In a recent announcement, Trent Hardin has assumed the role of Executive Directorship of the Alberta Automotive Recyclers and Dismantlers Association (AARDA), and will further assume direct responsibility for the member Canadian Auto Recyclers Environmental Code (CAREC) audits in Alberta. Hardin has spent forty years in industrial operations in Alberta—starting with Syncrude […]
An Andrade Announcement: Automotive Recyclers Association announces nomination for Tom Andrade to join the association’s Executive Committee
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) has announced that Tom Andrade of Everett’s Auto Parts in Brocktown, Massachusetts, has been nominated to join the association’s Executive Committee. Specifically, Andrade has been nominated to join the committee as a secretary for the 2024 to 2025 period. Andrade is currently the controller and general manager […]
Environmental Efforts: IRT’s webinar, ‘Vehicle Recycling: Sustainable by Default and Driving the Charge” highlights auto recyclers role in environmental sustainability
Toronto, Ontario — Held on July 11, the International Roundtable on Automotive Recycling (IRT) hosted the webinar “Vehicle Recycling: Sustainable by Default and Driving the Charge,” presenting a comprehensive overview on sustainability efforts being made in automotive recycling. Hosted by Haydn Davies, Director of Auto Recycling World and presented by Tom Rumboll, U.K. Managing Director […]
