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Auto Recycling: The Big Picture

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Anonymous

15y ago
Updated: 9/16/2019

The term recycling tends to conjure images of soda bottles and beer cans, but automobiles are actually the most recycled consumer product in the US. And auto recycling isn't just about reducing car parts to base materials; it's also about breaking vehicles down into parts that you can use as is.

What is auto recycling?

Auto recycling is an environmental service that recovers oil, antifreeze and automotive parts for reuse. The auto recycling industry also includes traditional junkyards and modern MVSYs (motor vehicle salvage yards). The industry supports itself by selling these parts for profit.

How has the internet helped?

Prior to the Internet, auto recycling was an endeavor that could not support itself beyond local ventures. The cost of recovering was high, and there wasn't consistent access to consumers. The Internet allowed MVSYs to form networks that could reach all North American markets and even some global markets.

How has auto recycling helped you?

Especially when dealing with older vehicles, the best way to limit maintenance costs is to purchase used parts. Used parts often offer a great amount of life at remarkably reduced prices. However, before the Internet, consumers were limited to the parts available at their local junkyard. Today, consumers can use an online MVSY network to find their precise part and have it shipped to them.

How has auto recycling helped the environment?

With individual junkyards, automotive materials tend to sit and rot there indefinitely. With the new systems of networks, MVSYs are able to move the useable materials fast. Even in the case of scrap metal, MVSYs are able to collect it and sell it off when the market conditions are favorable. In the past, it was not usually cost effective for small operations, so the scrap metal would just sit.

How to find and buy recycled, high-quality parts

Choose an auto parts location service that specializes in your state. Remember, the network is usually just an intermediary. In the case you have to return or exchange a part, you may have to deal with the source. You can take care of this via mail, but it's a big help when you have the option of driving to them if need be.

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