Signed and sealed: Recycler records help police arrest murder suspect
Toronto, Ontario — January 31, 2018 — The case against Bruce McArthur, who has been charged with the murder of five Toronto men, rests upon evidence provided by an auto recycler in Courtice, Ontario – records that would have been impossible to trace had the suspected killer chosen to go to one of the province’s […]
ARA at 75: greener, not meaner: ARA logo rebrand celebrates new environmental direction
January 17, 2018 — Washington, D.C, United States — On Monday, January 8, The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) revealed its new logo. Beyond being a simple update of the organization’s historic vehicle and globe, the blue vehicle on a green logo is a celebration of the association’s new, environmentally aware direction. In a statement, the […]
Breathe in the carbon savings: Auto recyclers reduce Massachusetts CO2 emmisions by 2.5 percent – study
By CRM Staff Massachusetts, United States — January 17, 2018 — While the recycling of auto parts and reclamation of steel and aluminum from cars has long been known to have a dramatic effect on the amount of carbon released into the atmosphere, the actual statistics on carbon savings are difficult to ascertain – at least […]
Auto recycler commissions Abbotsford’s largest mural
Abbotsford, Ontario — January 17, 2018 — Auto recycler Empire Abbotsford is now home to Abbotsford’s largest mural – a painting of a scene depicting and celebrating the area’s agricultural history. The 160-foot-long piece, created by Mission artist Dean Lauze of D’Arts with the assistance of his wife Christina and son Josh, is titled “Valley […]
Government reacts to concerned citizens by promising ‘enhanced regulations’ for the auto recycling industry
St. Boniface, Winnipeg — January 3, 2018 — The Manitoba government is making effort to help local residents and industry co-exist more compatibly, after numerous concerns expressed by locals. Sustainable Development Minister Rochelle Squires has said that she plans to “enhance regulations” for the auto recycling industry, based on new research the government has conducted. […]
Maintaining an online presence in the world of auto recycling
Toronto, Ontario — January 3, 3018 — In this day and age, an online presence along with a strong position within the social sphere is crucial for a successful business. Auto recyclers are no exceptions when it comes to the digital revolution. John Logel and Matt Jacobs of Logel’s Auto Parts, in Kitchener, Ontario, have […]
Maritime Auto Parts turns 85
Lower Debert, Nova Scotia — January 3, 2018 — Maritime Auto Parts recently celebrated its 85th anniversary, and with all those years under its belt, the auto recycler and parts supplier has become an irreplaceable member of its community, according to the business. “Many generations know about our business—parents, grandparents, we’ve served them all,” commented Andrew […]
Victoria auto recycling facilities ‘swamped’ after major oil recycling programs shut down
Vancouver, British Columbia — December 20, 2017 — Several locally-owned garages in Vancouver claim they’ve been overwhelmed by the number of people dropping off used motor oil and motor oil products, after several major retailers like Canadian Tire, Mr. Lube and Midas stopped their used oil recycling programs at some locations. The BC Used Oil […]
LKQ promotes Terry Fortner to VP of Insurance, Sales and Marketing
By CRM Staff Chicago, Illinois — December 19, 2017 — Terry Fortner has been promoted to the position of Vice President of Insurance, Sales and Marketing at the LKQ Corporation. Previously he was Vice President of Corporate Accounts leading the oversight of key accounts including insurance and collision repair. Fortner will lead the formation of […]
Earl Cameron of SGI discusses retirement, career and future
Effective December 31, Earl Cameron, Executive Vice President of the Auto Fund, Saskatchewan Government Insurance, is retiring after 44 years of service. The following is an interview between Cameron and Marie Schultz, Communications Consultant, Media Relations, of SGI. Together, the pair explore Cameron’s career path, retirement and future. By Marie Schultz Saskatchewan, Regina — December […]
