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The Benefits of Recycled Used Auto Parts

Post by: Aaaron Cuttingham January 5, 2022 0 Comments Auto Parts Online, Auto Recycling, Benefits of Recycled Used Auto Parts, Online Auto Parts, Salvage Yards

Re-Think Recycled Used Auto Parts

Folks don’t always understand what service that genuine automotive parts recyclers provide. They often vision the old junkyard. They categorize all vehicle recycling facilities as junkyards. Robertsons Auto Salvage is an automotive recycling facility. Visitors need to come to an understanding of its environmental importance. The effects of how vehicles are disposed of can be seen in our land, water, and air quality.

Recycling Automobiles in 2022

Did you know that automobiles are the number one recycled product in the United States? Recycling saves over 90 million barrels of oil. Recycling steel reduces air pollution by 85%, water use by 40%, and water pollution by 97%. Batteries, refrigerants, fluids, aluminum, and mercury switches are always safely disposed of and/or recycled accordingly by accredited recycling facilities.

Vehicle Disposal in 2022

Robertson Auto Salvage uses the industry’s best standards in acquiring, evaluating, dismantling, and disposing of the end-of-life and total loss vehicles. Our partners have developed and implemented best-in-class standards that ensure damaged and discarded vehicles are being handled with the best ethical and environmentally prudent practices.

This is important because over 11 million vehicles are taken off the road in the US each year. They require processing and recycling. Our inventories are acquired through several methods and sources. The primary source is salvage auctions with most vehicles being supplied by the insurance industry. These vehicles have been determined as economically or structurally incapable of being returned to a safe or reliable operating condition.
Re-Think ReCycled Used Auto Parts. Reduce, reuse and recycle is what we do every day.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute study looks at how auto recyclers affect Massachusetts' carbon footprint

Post by: Aaaron Cuttingham December 16, 2021 0 Comments

Automotive Recyclers of Massachusetts members reduce the state’s carbon footprint by at least 2.2 million tons of carbon dioxide annually, study says.

By reclaiming auto parts for reuse, then recycling the steel and aluminum left in vehicles at the end of their lives, members of the Automotive Recyclers of Massachusetts (ARM), Southbridge, Massachusetts, reduce the state’s carbon footprint by at least 2.2 million tons of carbon dioxide annually, according to a new study completed at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI).

“Our members are focused on recycling every day, but this is the first time we have verified the collective positive impact our industry has on the Massachusetts environment,” says Scott Robertson Jr., a director of ARM and a member of the Executive Committee of the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA), Manassas, Virginia, which represents the industry globally. “We are fortunate to have the world-class expertise of WPI and the Metal Processing Institute here in Massachusetts to take on this analysis.”

The study, “Assessing the Environmental Impact of Automotive Recyclers of Massachusetts,” was sponsored by ARM and conducted independently by four WPI seniors as their major qualifying project to complete their degrees in mechanical engineering.

“What the automotive recyclers are doing is saving materials, saving energy and impacting the environment in a positive way, thus adding value to the economy of the state,” says Professor Brajendra Mishra, Ph.D., director of the Metal Processing Institute at WPI and advisor for the study.

Through site visits and a survey of ARM member companies, the WPI team examined operations at auto recycling facilities across Massachusetts and documented their processes for reclaiming auto parts, recycling metals and capturing fluids such oil, gasoline and antifreeze to process properly.

The study found an estimated 165,000 vehicles are recycled by ARM members in a typical year. The team calculated the energy saved by reusing auto parts from those vehicles, like engines and transmissions versus manufacturing new parts. They also calculated the energy saved by recycling the steel and aluminum left in the vehicles rather than mining ores and refining new metals. That analysis showed 2.2 million tons of the leading greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide (CO2), was saved by reducing the need to refine new materials and manufacture new auto parts.

By putting metals and useable parts back into the automotive supply chain, ARM companies help drive a circular economy in auto manufacturing, Mishra says. “We make a car. We use a car, and we completely recycle the car so the materials stay in the system, in a circle, and we want to do that for as long as we can.”

Fostering a circular economy across many industries is vital for the long-term sustainability of our society, Mishra adds. “The total primary resource available on the Earth is going down. The quality of these resources is going down. Whereas, with the increase in population, the demand for materials is increasing, so we have no other choice but to recycle these materials and put them back into the system,” he says.

The full study and a video interview with Mishra are available at http://bit.ly/2xzEjwf.

This article originally appeared here: Recycling Today

The New And Improved Robertson’s Salvage Website

Post by: Aaaron Cuttingham July 28, 2021 0 Comments Robertson’s Salvage Website

What do you get when you combine the best automobile salvage company in New England with advanced technology that’s typically reserved for high-tech companies? The answer is simple. You get the new Robertson’s Salvage website. Robertson’s Auto Salvage has been selling quality used auto parts since 1969. Our new website is meant to improve upon an already superior customer service experience. It all starts with the new and improved home page.

We’ve made it even easier to find all of the used auto parts that you could possibly need. Simply click on or tap the Shop Now button and it will bring to you a screen that provides you with the option to shop for used auto parts by the year, make, and model of your vehicle. It doesn’t get any easier than that. We have a full inventory of the used auto parts that you need to repair most makes and models of cars, trucks, vans, and sports utility vehicles both domestic and foreign.

If you’re interested in selling us your used vehicle, our new and improved website will guide you through the process. All you need to do in order to get started is click on or tap the Contact Us button located on the homepage of our new and improved website. If you’re searching for a vehicle that needs repair work, we have you covered there as well. Just click on or tap the Looking For A Vehicle button on our homepage in order to view our large repairable vehicle inventory.

Don’t forget to check out our eBay store for your parts. You can access our eBay store with ease by clicking on or tapping the eBay store button on our home page.
Robertson’s Auto Salvage has your part so please stop by or contact us today. Choose from full service used auto parts, U-Pull used auto parts, new aftermarket auto parts, and New GM and GMC OEM auto parts.

U Pull It; A Growing Industry

Post by: Aaaron Cuttingham June 12, 2021 0 Comments Used Auto Parts

Did you know that the average price for a new vehicle in 2020 was $37,876 according to the Kelley Blue Book? That is a price that many hard-working Americans simply cannot afford. This is why many people turn to the used car market. If you can afford a certified pre-owned vehicle that is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty, that’s a good way to go. However, those vehicles are typically only a few years old and are still expensive. So, plenty of consumers turn to older used vehicles.

If you’re in that position then you should expect and plan for the fact that your used vehicle will need repairs. If it doesn’t need repairs right away, it will in the near future. Since you’re buying a used car to save money, it also makes financial sense to figure out a way to save money on the repairs. Saving money on auto parts is your best bet. New auto parts are incredibly expensive. That’s why many people purchase used auto parts from junkyards.

A growing trend in the junkyard business that will save you even more money on used auto parts is something called U-Pull-It or Pick and Pull. U-Pull-It junk auto salvage yards typically contain hundreds or even thousands of used junkyard vehicles. Consumers typically pay an entry fee and have complete access to the used part lot. In essence, you’re allowed to browse through all the vehicles and pull or extract any of the parts that you want. When you exit the lot, you pay for the parts that you have pulled. You can typically save upwards of 80% on the used auto parts by pulling them yourself.

Robertson’s Auto Salvage U-Pull-It yard is now open for business. Our new four (4) acre self-service lot contains a wide variety of makes and models both foreign and domestic. Simply pull the part you need and save money!

How Much Money Can You Get For Your Used Auto Parts and Scrap Metal?

Post by: Aaaron Cuttingham June 12, 2021 0 Comments

If your junk car happens to be a rare vehicle, those same used auto parts can be even more valuable. If the used auto parts in your junk car are hard to find or in high demand it can make them more valuable as well. The bottom line is the higher the demand the higher the value. If there are other people who have the same car and they need frequent repairs the demand for your used auto parts is high. However, if the used auto parts for your car are not sold often. Some working used auto parts are worth more money than others.

It’s a sad situation. The truth of the matter is that your car has finally died and it’s no longer worth the money to keep having it fixed. That means you will need to start looking for another car to purchase. You can go the new car route or the used car route. Either way, your money will be better spent than those constant and costly trips to the mechanic shop. That being stated, your old used car still has value. In essence, it’s worth money even if it no longer drives. Did you know that you could sell it to a used auto parts Cape Cod salvage yard that will tear down your vehicle for the used auto parts and the scrap metal?

How Much Money Can You Get?

The question that you may be asking yourself at this point is how much money can you get for your used auto parts and scrap metal? The answer depends on a few factors. First and foremost, it depends on the year, make, and model of the vehicle. If you own an old scrap automobile that’s no longer worth repairing the used auto parts still have value. Used auto parts such as the battery, radio, and tires can all be re-sold. However, the value of those parts depends on the type of car you’re selling. For example, the parts of a luxury car like a BMW or Mercedes may be worth more money than the same parts of a Dodge or Ford.

Tires, lights, parts of the suspension, and many exterior pieces are typically worth the most money. However, if your junk car is missing any valuable pieces or any of the used auto parts are broken beyond repair your vehicle is worth less money. In addition to the used auto parts, the scrap metal in your junk car is also worth some money. However, the value of the scrap metal fluctuates depending on the value of each particular metal. For example, if the price of steel goes up the scrap value of your junk vehicle goes up as well. On the other hand, if the price of steel goes down, the value of your junk vehicle goes down as well.

Selling Your Junk Vehicle

If you’re interested in selling your junk vehicle, please contact Robertson’s Auto Salvage today. We have been supplying local businesses and consumers’ quality used automotive parts since 1969. We even offer extended warranties on many used auto parts. Robertson’s Auto Salvage also sells a wide range of new aftermarket auto parts including rear bumpers, front and rear driveshafts, mirrors, wheels, headlamps, and fuel sending units to name a few. We look forward to working with you.

Should You Sell Your Old Car For Used Auto Parts Or Sell It For Scrap Metal?

Post by: Aaaron Cuttingham May 20, 2021 0 Comments

If you own a used vehicle that isn’t worth repairing you may be wondering what you should do in order to get the most money for it. You’re obviously not going to be able to trade it in when buying a new or used car or sell it privately to someone who wants to drive it away. However, your old car does have some value, and it’s important that you get the most money you can for it. This holds especially true if you’re planning to buy another automobile that’s in good working order. Even if you don’t need to replace your old broken car with another automobile, it still makes sense to sell it.

You certainly don’t need to have it sitting around your yard. Not only is your used car an eyesore, but the longer it sits and rots away the less it will be worth. The q that remains is should you sell your old car for used auto parts or sell it for scrap metal? The best solution is to sell your car in one piece to a reputable salvage yard that specializes in auto parts on Cape Cod. A salvage yard like Robertson’s Auto Salvage will give you the best price for your used vehicle and then remove and resell the used auto parts that are still in good working order.

Robertson Salvage will then use the rest of the used car for scrap metal. This solution is the best of both worlds. You will get top dollar for your used and broken vehicle and you won’t need to remove and sell the used auto parts yourself. Even if you’re handy with a wrench it still takes a lot of time to take apart your used vehicle piece by piece. Once that task is complete, you then need to find buyers for all of those parts and pieces. In the meantime, you need to find a place to store all of those parts and pieces. Although there is a chance that you could make more money this way, there certainly is not a guarantee of that.

That bottom line is that after spending all of that time disassembling your used car you may not actually be able to sell all the used auto parts. In addition, you need to carefully consider if you’re truly capable of the task. Changing your own oil is quite different than breaking down an entire automobile. You need to consider the fact that working on a vehicle tends to be dangerous. You need to handle sharp objects and dangerous fluids. One slip could lead to a serious injury. You also run the risk of causing damage to the environment.

When you take a car apart for used auto parts the fluids, such as gasoline, oil, and steering fluid to name a few, need to be properly disposed of. That costs both time and money. The good news is that Robertson’s Auto Salvage will do all of that work instead. All you need to do is figure out what you’re going to do with the money.

If you’re interested in selling your junk vehicle, please contact Robertson’s Auto Salvage today. https://robertsonautosalvage.com/. We have been supplying local businesses and consumers’ quality used automotive parts since 1969. We even offer extended warranties on many used auto parts. Robertson’s Auto Salvage also sells a wide range of new aftermarket auto parts including rear bumpers, front and rear driveshafts, mirrors, wheels, headlamps, and fuel sending units to name a few. We look forward to working with you.

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