Allison RogersMore from Allison RogersNetworkElectric Exploration: ARC to research end-of-life EV processing, parts reuse and recycling under an agreement with Natural Resources CanadaOttawa, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) has announced its plan to create a roadmap for its members and the industry in preparation for the increased number of end-of-life electric vehicles (EVs) over the next three to five years. The first part of the project will include research, gap analysis and an assessment for […]April 13, 2022RecyclingRecycler Rendezvous: Another successful OARA Convention and Trade Show in the booksToronto, Ontario — The members of the Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) surely had a weekend to remember as the association hosted its 2022 Convention and Trade Show from March 29 through April 2, marking the first time the event had taken place since 2019. Thanks to the pandemic, it had been nearly three years […]April 5, 2022NetworkRubber Rooms: Australian researchers develop concrete alternative from old tiresAdelaide, Australia — Researchers from a pair of Australian universities say they have unlocked the building blocks to a new eco-friendly recycling solution for used vehicle tires—a solution involving literal building blocks. A collaboration between the University of Southern Australia (UniSA) and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) has demonstrated that crumb rubber sourced […]March 30, 2022EV Battery RecyclingPure Potential: EV battery packs should last 15 years, says former Tesla CTOHouston, Texas — Electric vehicle battery packs should last about 15 years, according to former Tesla chief technology officer and co-founder JB Straubel. In a recent interview at CERAweek 2022, Straubel was asked at what point he believes battery life reaches an end. Once responsible for Tesla’s battery development until 2019, where he led cell […]March 30, 2022RecyclingOn the OARA Guest List: It’s not too late to registerToronto, Ontario — The Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) may be kicking off its 2022 Convention and Trade Show tomorrow, but that doesn’t mean time has run out to register for the event. As the first OARA Convention and Trade Show in two years, this event is set to be packed with educational sessions and […]March 30, 2022RecyclingCARI-ng On: Early registration open for CARI’s 81st Annual Convention in CalgaryCalgary, Alberta — Get your boots on because the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries is back in the saddle with the 81st edition of the association’s annual convention, as early registration opened on Tuesday. Featuring a number of industry-relevant presentations, including a keynote address from former minister of foreign affairs John Baird, this year’s CARI […]March 21, 2022NetworkMonopoly Monitor: U.K. antitrust regulator launches probe into OEM recycling practicesLondon, United Kingdom— European Union antitrust regulators raided several automotive companies and associations Tuesday on suspicion of breaching the bloc’s cartel rules, Reuters reports. Britain’s competition authority has also launched a probe. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Britain’s competition watchdog, said on Tuesday it will be working alongside the European Commission to probe into […]March 16, 2022EV Battery RecyclingBécancour’s Boost: Two automotive players announce battery materials facilities in QuebecBécancour, Québec — Bécancour is about to become a central hub for Canada’s electric vehicle supply chain as two major automotive players announce plans to break ground in the province. German chemical company BASF announced on March 5 that it had bought land for a vehicle battery materials facility in Bécancour, Qué., where it said it […]March 16, 2022Battery RecyclingICE-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 […]March 2, 2022NetworkA New Era: Impact Auto Auctions rebrands to IAAToronto, Ontario — Heads-up to the auto recyclers out there; a familiar face in the aftermarket industry has adopted a new name, as Impact Auto Auctions has officially rebranded to IAA. This recent change by the used vehicle distributor can already be seen across IAA’s online platforms, such as its website, Auction Center, Seller Portal, […]March 2, 2022Previous PagePage 18 of 43Next Page