On May 27, a diverse group of stakeholders from across the automotive and regulatory landscape gathered for a firsthand look at a modern automotive recycling operation. Representatives from Toyota, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Department of...
News, Trends & Reports from the Automotive Recyclers Association
Interchange Committee on Door-Shell Interchange By Jason Howell, All Import Auto Parts, ARA Interchange Committee Member As we begin a new year, we are excited about the opportunities and changes ahead for us as auto recyclers. Change is inevitable and...
Building a Circular Battery Economy
Cirba Solutions is Investing Resources in the Safe Handling and Recycling of EV Batteries to Build a Network that Auto Recyclers Can Count On. Interview by Caryn Smith with Danielle Spalding, Cirba Solutions Creating a circular battery economy requires participation...
Your Future Is Already in the Yard
By Caryn Smith • Editor For over 30 years, through my work with the Automotive Recyclers Association and Automotive Recycling magazine, I have had a front-row seat to this industry’s evolution. I have watched recyclers move from phone calls, handwritten...
Advocacy in Action—Let Yourself Be Heard
News, Trends & Reports from the Automotive Recyclers Association Hill Days, to be held on May 19-21, 2026, is ARA’s annual advocacy event that brings industry leaders together in Washington, D.C. for education, engagement, and direct dialogue with lawmakers. Over...
Protecting the Industry
By Caryn Smith The automotive recycling industry has always been defined by resilience, ingenuity, and a willingness to adapt. In this issue, those qualities are on full display— from the halls of government to shop floors around the world, and from groundbreaking...
Four Things Your Converter Processor Should Be Doing for You
By Joseph Venturella In today’s market, catalytic converter recycling isn’t just about selling units— it’s about working with a processing partner whose services align with how your business operates. From cash flow and logistics to reporting and risk management, the...
Building the Industry
Automotive recyclers are expanding their footprints with new construction to streamline processes and expand operations. Morrison’s Auto Parts Edgerton, WIFull-Service RecyclerProcess 2500 cars annuallywww.morrisonsauto.com After a devastating fire destroyed our...






