ARC, ARA sent letter urging for tariff relief on used auto parts

Washington, D.C. – The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) and the Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) are urging the White House to exempt used automobile parts from tariffs imposed under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, citing affordability, sustainability and trade flow concerns. In a joint submission, the organizations stressed that vehicle owners […]

RECYCLERS IN RENO!

Automotive Recyclers Association honours Canada’s Steve Fletcher during 81st annual Convention and Trade Show The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) held its 81st annual Convention and Expo in late October last year, where automotive recyclers from across the globe came together to discuss top trends, best practices, what’s coming down the industry pipeline and more. Held […]

SALUTING STEVE FLETCHER

OARA Executive Director, ARC Managing Director and all-around industry whiz Describing Steve Fletcher’s impact on the automotive recycling industry might seem straightforward, especially considering the significant transformation the sector has undergone since he joined the industry more than 30 years ago. Upon closer reflection, it becomes clear that Steve Fletcher’s contributions to the automotive recycling […]

CELEBRATING PROGRESS

Honouring Steve Fletcher’s legacy as he transitions from leadership By Dalbert Livingstone, Chairman, Automotive Recyclers of Canada Congratulations on the publication of the 19th issue of the Canadian Auto Recyclers Magazine! This magazine has chronicled the ongoing development of the auto recycling industry, and has become one of the must-read publications for our sector. The […]

New Year News: B.C. Auto Recyclers Division offers industry update for 2025

Victoria, British Columbia — Stuart Ady, president of the Automotive Recyclers Environmental Association (AREA) and chairman of the B.C. Auto Recyclers Division, Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) has released an update highlighting the organization’s goals for 2025. Notably, in a recent AREA Update, Ady outlined how, while 2024 left the organization without an auditor, Terra West […]

Save the Date: Annual ARA Convention and Expo to take place in Birmingham, Alabama, 2025

Birmingham, Alabama — The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) has announced that its 82nd annual convention and expo will take place in Birmingham, Alabama. The theme of the event is referred to as “Game On: Winning Together.” A highlight video of what attendees can expect from the chosen location can be viewed here. The event will take […]

Eric at OARA: Eric Wilbert of Wilbert Family Enterprises to deliver OARA Convention keynote industry address

Niagara Falls, Ontario — Eric Wilbert of Wilbert Family Enterprises–who was recently named president of the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA)–will deliver the keynote industry address at the 2025 Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) Convention. Wilbert was born and raised in Western New York working for the family business that was founded in 1952.  Today, Wilbert’s […]

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 […]