Upgrade Incoming: ARC upgrading Retire Your Ride platform
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers of Canada has revealed details regarding planned upgrades to the Retire Your Ride program. On Wednesday, Wally Dingman, executive director of the ARC, said the modernized digital platform for the long-running Retire Your Ride program will streamline the vehicle recycling processes and enhance the user experience for both recyclers […]
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 […]
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 […]
ARC releases statement on U.S. tariffs; urges consumers to buy Canadian
Ottawa, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) released a statement to the industry following U.S. President Donald Trump’s imposition of 25 percent tariffs on Canadian imports. “[This is] a move widely interpreted as politically motived rather than a sound monetary policing or cooperative efforts to benefit mutual interests,” wrote the organization in a […]
Farewell to Fletcher: Wally Dingman to serve as executive director, ARC, effective April 1
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) Board of Directors are pleased to announce that Wally Dingman will serve as the organization’s new Executive Director replacing Steve Fletcher, effective April 1, 2025. Dingman has been a fixture in the auto recycling sector as the previous Chairman of the Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) […]
Safety Success: Thorold Automotive Solutions hosts two-day EV safety training event for staff
Thorold, Ontario — Frank Serravalle, owner of Thorold Automotive Solutions in Thorold, Ontario, recently arranged an electric vehicle (EV) safety training event for his staff. The training event was specifically delivered by Greg Aguilera, International Automotive Consulting (IAC) president and a specialist in EV training and management consulting. The event took place over the course […]
Farewell to Fletcher: Matthieu P. Dagonas to take over as next OARA Executive Director
Toronto, Ontario — The Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) has announced that after an exhaustive search, the organization has selected Mathieu P. Dagonas to serve as the next Executive Director. Dagonas will begin on October 7, 2024, working beside current Executive Director, Steve Fletcher. Prior to OARA, Mathieu served in the government for nearly 10 […]
Seeking Sustainability: IRT and Auto Recycling World hosting free automotive recycling webinar on environmental sustainability, July 11
Toronto, Ontario — On Thursday, July 11 at 11:00 a.m. GMT, the International Roundtable on Automotive Recycling (IRT) and Auto Recycling World will be hosting a free webinar on automotive sustainability called “Sustainability by default and leading the charge.” The webinar will specifically discuss the ever-evolving landscape of sustainability within the auto recycling sector. Talks […]
Industry Intersection: CARI to co-host events with ARAAC-ARC meeting in Halifax, N.S.
Halifax, Nova Scotia – The Automotive Recyclers Association of Atlantic Canada (ARAAC) and Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) board are partnering with the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries (CARI) to co-host events in Halifax, N.S. from June 8 to 10. This was described as “the first time the dismantling and scrap industries have met,” according […]
SEEMS LEGIT
Wally Dingman has been in the auto recycling industry his entire life. He started work at Caughill Auto Wreckers 39 years ago working for and then with his Father. He purchased the business in 2012 and ran Caughill until 2022 when he sold the property for development. Wally continues to operate Caughill Automotive as a […]
