by ARA | Sep 18, 2025 | Sponsored, Technology
At this year’s Auto Recycler’s Association convention, we are excited to introduce new features and enhancements in our Checkmate® Inventory Management System Suite of products. Two of these are: Checkmate Insights™, and Vehicle and Part Colors. Unlock Smarter...
by ARA | Nov 8, 2024 | ARA Leadership, News
MANASSAS, VA – The Automotive Recyclers Association is proud to announce that Vince Edivan has assumed the role of Executive Director for the Association, taking the helm at ARA’s recent 81st Annual Convention and Exposition in Reno, Nevada. The move follows a...
by ARA | Oct 3, 2024 | News
After an exhaustive search throughout the Summer, the OARA Board of Directors are please to announce that we have hired Mathieu P. Dagonas as the association's next Executive Director. Mathieu (Mat) DagonasOARA Executive Director17 Forest RoadAjax ON L1S2N2(416)...
by ARA | Oct 1, 2024 | Toolbox
California SB 615 (Vehicle Traction Batteries): After having been introduced in the California State Senate in February 2023, California Senate Bill 615 (SB 615) recently passed the Legislature and is awaiting a decision by Governor Newsom. SB 615 is the most...
by ARA | Sep 1, 2024 | ARA Leadership, Interview
As Sandy Blalock departs the role of ARA Executive Director, we spent some time discussing the highlights of her career, thus far, and there are many. Yet, she is far from done advocating for professional auto recyclers. By Caryn Smith Sandy Blalock is a name that...
