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Join Us for the 2024 ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards – An Unmissable Night of Celebration, Entertainment, and Excitement!

Mark your calendars for the 28th of November, as the ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Awards 2024 are set to light up the RAF Museum Midlands in Cosford, Shropshire, with an unforgettable evening packed full of excitement and entertainment. This premier event is more than just an awards ceremony—it’s a thrilling night out that combines industry recognition with a unique lineup of interactive games, activities, and nonstop fun you won’t want to miss.

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Recycled Parts Pioneers

Copart are passionate about encouraging the use of recycled parts for vehicle repairs, and their full commitment to this has been demonstrated through the acquisition of The Green Parts Specialists (GPS).

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SYNETIQ’s climate targets validated by Science Based Targets initiative

SYNETIQ, an IAA company and one of the UK’s leading vehicle salvage, dismantling and recycling companies, today announced it has received validation of its greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets from the Science Based initiative in line with the company’s ambition to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. 

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Altilium Launches Recell.Store Online Platform For End-Of-Life EV Batteries

Altilium, a UK-based clean technology group focused on supporting the transition to net zero, has today announced the launch of Recell.store, a new online platform that promises to revolutionise the EV battery lifecycle by offering businesses a safe and efficient solution for recycling and responsible disposal of spent EV batteries.

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Top 10 Most Reliable Cars (and the Least) According to UK Survey

According to a recent What Car? Reliability Survey, which gathered feedback from 29,967 UK car owners, shows that the top 10 most reliable cars excel in areas such as infrequent issues, minimal repair time, and lower costs. In contrast, the survey also revealed the least reliable cars, with some owners of vehicles facing frequent, expensive repairs. 

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What Car Models are Set for Extinction in the UK?

A study by the car parts marketplace Ovoko revealed a list of ten petrol and diesel car models in the UK that are on track to go “extinct” first. According to the research, which analysed vehicle registration data to project when these models would hit near-zero numbers, the Hyundai Coupe tops the list and is set to disappear by the 28th of August, 2026.

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e2e Total Loss Vehicle Management [e2e] is the UK’s only salvage and automotive recycling network with nationwide, environmentally compliant sites delivering performance resilience and service reliability to the insurance and fleet markets.  The network’s online salvage auction www.salvagemarket.co.uk drives strong salvage resale values and faster sales.  e2e’s salvage clients have access to the network’s stocks of over 5 million quality graded, warranty assured reclaimed parts. 

The power of the network model means e2e has the ability to influence industry standards and is committed to continually raising the bar whilst redefining the role and perceived value of the salvage operator.  Network members adhere to robust service level agreements, against which they are audited, in order to ensure performance consistency and a market leading customer experience.  

The salvage and recycling operating environment is evolving rapidly, and e2e is anticipating, listening and responding to changing market needs.  Regulatory compliance, ESG, reclaimed parts, customer experience, EVs, new vehicle technologies, data and reputation risk are just some of many considerations linked to the procurement of salvage services.  e2e will drive further added value to clients and members through the adoption and application of emerging technologies, continuing to differentiate its proposition and position salvage services as a professional partnership. 

Owain Griffiths

Owain Griffiths

Head of Circular Economy at Volvo Cars

Owain joined Volvo Cars in June 2021 to lead Circular Economy in the Global Sustainability Team. The company has committed to being a circular business by 2040 and has financial, recycled content and CO2 based targets for 2025, all of which Owain is working across the company to make happen. Owain previously worked for circular economy consultancy Oakdene Hollins where he advised businesses on evidence led circular economy implementation. 

Turning into a circular business and the importance of vehicle reuse and recycling.

The presentation will cover the work Volvo Cars is doing to achieve 2025 but mainly focus on the transformational work towards 2040 and the business and value chain changes being considered. Attention will be paid to the way vehicles are being dealt with at the end of life and the complexities of closing material and component loops. Opportunities and challenges which Volvo Cars is facing will be presented including engagement with 3rd parties and increasing pressure from stakeholders.

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