An Inventory Uptick

An Inventory Uptick

By Jim Henry New-car dealers are getting what they’ve been asking for, ever since the COVID-19 pandemic began – more, but not “too much” more, new-vehicle inventory. Nevertheless, dealership groups say they’d like manufacturers to do more to stimulate retail demand....
Industry Events That Keep On Giving

Industry Events That Keep On Giving

By Sandy Blalock • ARA Executive Director I’ve attended many industry conventions, conferences and expositions and always found them to be highly beneficial for my business and myself for a variety of reasons. I would like to share some of the great benefits and...
Going It Alone Isn’t An Option

Going It Alone Isn’t An Option

By Shan Lathem • ARA President There is something I really enjoy about my career in automotive recycling, and I am sure many of you will agree. There are few industries like ours that collaborates with our competitors. We may not share client lists or sales tactics,...
Roads To Follow

Roads To Follow

By Scott Robertson We are all end-of-life vehicle recyclers, but every facility is run just a little differently. You need to choose that path that is best for yourself, your family, your employees, and your facility. No matter how you ride the wave, the future of our...
A Surge in the EV Market

A Surge in the EV Market

By Jim Henry Separately, on April 12, the EPA published new and stricter proposed emissions standards, aimed at forcing the changeover to EVs even faster. EVs could account for 67% of new, light-duty vehicle sales by the 2032 model year. The new-car industry seems...
ARA Study Tour Visits Argentina ARA Member

ARA Study Tour Visits Argentina ARA Member

By Sandy Blalock • ARA Executive Director One of the cornerstones of ARA’s work as an Association has been advocacy. While in Argentina on the ARA Study Tour 2023, we had the pleasure to visit and spend time with ARA Member Maximiliano (Max) Marques, owner of NH...