Professional Automotive Recycler Reed Schram Nominated to Join Executive Committee of Automotive Recyclers Association MANASSAS, VA – The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) today announced that professional automotive recycler Reed Schram of Schram Auto Parts...
As California’s electric vehicle market continues to grow, the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA), California Auto Dismantlers & Recyclers Association (CADRA), and the State of California Auto Dismantlers Association (SCADA), have all submitted letters of...
Why Automotive Recyclers Should Pay Attention to Their Google Business Profile For many automotive recyclers, the customer journey starts long before a phone call is made or a part is sold. It starts with a Google search. When a customer searches for your company,...
ARA respects eBay's decision to discontinue the sale of airbags on its platform after September 24. While we are disappointed to see the program end, we appreciate eBay's partnership and the significant thought, discussion, and consideration that went into this...
Industry Safety Alert: Hidden Lithium Battery Modules in Newer Vehicles Automotive recyclers should be aware that some newer vehicles are equipped with auxiliary lithium battery systems in addition to the traditional 12-volt battery. A recent discovery involving a...
DATE: August 14, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Automotive Recyclers Association Disagrees with GM’s Position...
BREAKING: The U.S. Department of Commerce issued a temporary final rule banning the export of black mass derived from lithium-ion batteries. The rule requires sellers of black mass to allocate 100% of monthly sales to U.S. buyers effective August 27, 2026. The export...
NPR's article, "EV battery recycling has a math problem," highlights the current realities automotive recycling facilities are facing when working with high voltage hybrid and electric vehicle batteries. Tom Andrade (Everett Auto Parts, MA), First VP and Treasurer of...
“For decades, automotive recyclers have embodied the principles behind right to repair by providing affordable, sustainable access to quality OEM parts. We are encouraged to see the Administration recognize that consumers deserve repair options and that outdated regulations should be reviewed in light of modern vehicle technology. As vehicles have become increasingly sophisticated, policymakers should ensure federal regulations keep pace with innovation while preserving both environmental protections and consumer choice.”
— Vince Edivan, Executive Director, Automotive Recyclers Association