United Effort: Recycling not the sole solution to sourcing EV battery materials, researchers claim
Toronto, Ontario — A paper from a team of U.S.-based researchers claims that a more robust electric vehicle battery recycling infrastructure will be the key to keeping automakers stocked with the necessary precious metals. Dr. Linda Gaines of the Argonne National Laboratory, alongside her four co-authors, put forth a research paper asserting that the U.S. […]
Premature Disappearance: Insurers likely writing off electric vehicles for scratched batteries
Toronto, Ontario — Excited to dive into the world of electric vehicle (EV) recycling? With the current state of insurance, an EV might be written off completely if its battery is dented, warped or slightly scratched. According to an article first published by the Times Live, this stems from a general inability to assess or […]
Open Forum: ARC to host invite-only roundtable event one day prior to March OARA convention
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) will be welcoming a select few influential industry members to an exclusive invite-only roundtable discussion on electrification and the end-of-life vehicle sector, one day prior to the upcoming OARA Convention and Trade Show in March. This high-level industry event will feature presentations from experts like Maria […]
A Natural Attraction: Polestar and Cyclic Materials partner to close loop on rare earth magnet production
Toronto, Ontario — In the effort of tackling environmental challenges on the production line head-on, Polestar has announced that it has teamed up with Kingston, Ont.-based recycling firm Cyclic Materials to develop a circular production solution for rare earth magnets. The valuable rare earth elements within the Polestar 2’s electric motor, namely neodymium and dysprosium, […]
ICE-d Out: Nissan to end ICE development in all markets but U.S.
Toronto, Ontario — Nissan and the internal combustion engine have officially parted ways, making the brand the first Japanese automaker to announce a full stop to the development of ICE technology in every market but the U.S. Though the company has already ended gas engine sales in Europe, it will carry on the limited development […]
Matte’s Mandate: ARPAC CEO shares four comments on 2035 emissions target
Montreal, Quebec— When it comes to electric vehicle batteries, the Association of Auto Parts Recyclers share a question in common with much of the general Canadian public: “What end of life electric vehicle battery strategies need to be in place to support our environmental goals while achieving the one hundred percent zero-emission vehicle target by […]
No Battery Borders: Electra signs deal to recycle Japanese-sourced EV batteries in Ontario
Toronto, Ontario — In a deal that will link North American and Asian auto recycling markets, Electra Battery Materials issued a press release stating it has signed a battery recycling and cobalt sulfate supply agreement with Japanese conglomerate Marubeni Corporation. The deal will see Marubeni working alongside Electra to help source lithium-ion battery material for […]
Li-Cycle Listed: Ontario battery recyclers files to go public on NYSE
Mississauga, Ontario – Li-Cycle is raising funds for global expansion by going public on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in a deal that values the battery recycler at US$1.7 billion, the company announced Tuesday. The five-year-old private company has unveiled plans to merge with Peridot Acquisition Corp., an NYSE-listed special acquisition corporation (SPAC). If […]
NAATBatt Notes: Lithium-ion batteries are being reused, not scrapped
Toronto, Ontario – While lithium-ion batteries have touted a bad rap for allegedly being tossed in landfills or poorly recycled, they actually boast some of the longest lifetimes and highest reuse rates, Hans Eric Melin, managing director of Circular Energy Storage said during a panel at NAATBatt International 2021. In most consumers’ minds, a vehicle […]
