Latest Vehicle Recycling News

EGARA Spring Meeting: Europe’s Recyclers Prepare for a New ELV Era
Tom Hayward of the VRA attended the EGARA Spring Meeting in Aarhus, where European recyclers, associations and circular economy leaders discussed future vehicle circularity regulation, EPR, digital traceability, parts reuse, critical raw material recovery and the need for stronger cross-border collaboration.

This Loneliness Awareness Week, Ben is bringing the automotive community closer together
Ben is calling on the automotive community to take action during Loneliness Awareness Week, after its insights found that 31% of automotive workers have experienced loneliness. The charity is encouraging people to check in, start conversations and use its free confidential support services.

Minister Sends Strong Signal to Vehicle Recycling Sector
Defra Minister Mary Creagh used the ATF Professional Vehicle Recycling Conference 2026 to recognise the strategic value of ATFs and set out policy direction on circularity, critical minerals, battery recycling, Digital Waste Tracking and stronger enforcement against rogue operators.

Auto Recycling Intelligence: ATF Professional’s Biggest Conference Yet
ATF Professional’s Vehicle Recycling Conference 2026 brought a capacity crowd to Gaydon for a landmark day of discussion on Auto Recycling Intelligence, from AI and EV battery economics to circularity, waste crime and global industry change.

Global Car Recycling Day: Industry must prepare for ‘Customer of the Future’, says Silverlake
Silverlake Automotive Recycling says incoming ELV regulation, EV growth and circular manufacturing will reshape the UK recycling sector, creating opportunities for professional ATFs that invest in skills, systems, traceability and customer confidence.

ReParts’ Inaugural Conference Highlights Sector’s Needs
ReParts’ first conference highlighted the main challenges facing Ireland’s ATF and reused parts sector, including insurance access, health and safety standards, illegal operators and future ELV policy.

Closing the Gap: Why the Catalyst Market Can’t Afford Old Pricing Models
Dafydd Dylan of F.J. Church argues that the catalyst market can no longer rely on old pricing models built around opaque margins and deferred settlements. For ATFs and suppliers, the future lies in transparent, data-led pricing that delivers certainty at the point of sale.

Monteith Appoints Scott McLaws as Director
Monteith has appointed Scott McLaws as Director as the specialist insurance advisory firm continues to grow its support for UK vehicle dismantlers. His role strengthens Monteith’s senior-led approach, including tailored cover, enhanced road risk protection and access to an exclusive QBE motor trade facility.
Digital waste tracking moves into public beta: what UK ATFs need to prepare for
Defra’s digital waste tracking service has entered public beta, marking a major step towards live waste data and stronger traceability. For UK ATFs, the priority now is preparation: clean data, software readiness and staff training before mandatory use begins in October 2026.
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