By Roberta Willson
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26 Apr, 2023
We are excited to see the trend over the last decade lead to the average vehicles being recycled each year rising. This trend is likely to do with the increased awareness of recycling and the increasing number of facilities in your area. Today, more than 80% of vehicles can be recycled. So, exactly how are cars recycled these days? Decrease Pollution or “Depollution” Removal of fluids - some are repurposed or resold in order to be reused and other (Hazardous material fluids) are disposed of. Salvage yards have the legal obligation to dispose of these fluids safely and we take our job seriously to ensure the upmost safety of our customers and employees. All fluids are removed, a process that is known as “depollution.” Fluids such as gasoline, antifreeze, washer fluid or transmission oil can all be recycled and reused. As stated earlier, hazardous materials must be properly managed to avoid environmental damage. Some examples include air conditioning refrigerant, lead wheel weights, and anything containing mercury. Take Apart The next step is to take the vehicle apart in search of reusable parts. You may not realize this but many car parts can be scrapped and reused. From the car engine to the stereo system and even the axles and seats - these can all be recycled. After the vehicle is taken apart, the car engine and transmission are removed and any usable parts are removed and cleaned. Other components such as tires and batteries are also removed for resale or recycling.