Reviving the Ride: The Benefits of Fixing Your Car Instead of Buying a New One. Introduction: In a world that often encourages us to embrace the latest and greatest, the decision to repair and revive our trusty vehicles instead of opting for a new one might seem counterintuitive. However, there are compelling reasons why choosing to fix your car can be a financially savvy, environmentally friendly, and sentimentally satisfying choice. In this blog, we’ll explore the advantages of choosing repairs over replacements and why giving your car a second life might be the smartest move you ma ..read more

The car recycling process is a complex one that involves many steps. The first step is to disassemble the car, which is done by hand or with a machine. The parts are sorted and cleaned, and reusable parts are sold. The remaining parts are then shredded and melted down to create new materials, such as steel, aluminum, and plastic. The process of car recycling helps to conserve resources and reduce pollution. When contemplating the enigmatic realm of car recycling, one cannot ignore the captivating nuances of perplexity and burstiness that weave into its fabric. These two distinct facets, perple ..read more

The car recycling process is a complex one that involves many steps. The first step is to disassemble the car, which is done by hand or with a machine. The parts are sorted and cleaned, and reusable parts are sold. The remaining parts are then shredded and melted down to create new materials, such as steel, aluminum, and plastic. The process of car recycling helps to conserve resources and reduce pollution. When contemplating the enigmatic realm of car recycling, one cannot ignore the captivating nuances of perplexity and burstiness that weave into its fabric. These two distinct facets, perple ..read more

The research study will develop greenhouse gas emissions information and quantify the carbon footprint reduction associated with using recycled parts. The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA), Manassas, Virginia, has partnered with Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Massachusetts to conduct a nationwide study on the industry’s environmental benefits, particularly in terms of the carbon footprint reduction that using Recycled Original Equipment, or ROE, parts have compared with using new automotive parts. The study builds on the findings of a 2017 WPI study of professional automotive re ..read more

At some point in our lives, many of us find ourselves facing the daunting task of scrapping a car. Whether it’s due to age, irreparable damage, or simply the desire to upgrade to a newer model, disposing of a vehicle properly is essential for both environmental and legal reasons. However, navigating the process of scrapping a car can be overwhelming, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the intricacies involved.  In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the steps of scrapping a car efficiently and responsibly, ensuring you have all the information you need to make informed ..read more

U.S. auto parts recyclers say online auctions have broadened competition for salvaged vehicles to their detriment. Insurance companies used to have contracts directly with local automotive recyclers for vehicles that were declared total losses following crashes. Now, insurers primarily work with online auction companies, such as Copart and Insurance Auto Auctions, and recyclers must bid on the vehicles, competing against other automotive recyclers—whether local competitors or those in other states—as well as with auto rebuilders in other countries. While recyclers have benefitted in some ways ..read more

Your Automotive Recycling Options Include Selling it to a Salvage Yard, Parting out the Vehicle, or Both Your vehicle’s usable life will come to an end at some point. Most of its materials can live on through automotive recycling. Automotive Recycling Companies separate vehicles into their constituent parts, sell usable components, and then prepare scrap material for manufacturing new items.  About 86% of a vehicle’s material is recyclable. Over 12 million vehicles are recycled each year in the U.S. Many car parts can be recycled, including batteries, tires, and scrap metal. Your Automot ..read more

Whether this is the first time you’ve shopped for a used truck or just the first time you’ve shopped for one online, it’s worth setting the groundwork before you start browsing. Read our tips for buying a used truck. These are all of the things you need to consider when deciding which used pickup is the best fit for you. Reasons to Buy A Used Truck vs. A New Truck There are many reasons to buy a used truck rather than a new one. And no, it’s not just about the money. Money is still an excellent reason to buy a used truck. The price of new trucks has skyrocketed in the past few years. A used tr ..read more

The automotive recycling industry is in a constant state of flux. Supply chain issues are affecting new car production, affecting the used car parts industry, which in turn affects the recycling of automotive parts. Troy Webber, chief executive officer of Chesterfield Auto Parts in Richmond, Virginia, said the most significant issue his company is facing right now is market volatility. “It used to be that you could predict the market to some degree based on seasonal changes and annual market trends. That predictor has been gone for some years now,” Webber said. “The markets are being affected ..read more

A Salvage Yard Near Me | Robertson’s Auto Salvage Have you recently been in an automobile accident and need to have some panels, trim or a bumper replaced? Perhaps you’re driving an older vehicle and you need to replace one or more of the mechanical parts in order to keep driving it. If you find yourself in either situation you will soon discover that new auto parts are incredibly expensive. In addition, many new auto parts are out of stock everywhere you go these days. You can blame the significant price increases and lack of inventory on the Covid pandemic. The bottom line is that it shut do ..read more