Google is the New Yellow Pages How to guide digital traffic to your site Gone are the days of Yellow Pages, replaced by infinite lines of code, algorithms, and opaqueness that leaves us guessing. Gone are the days of yellow pages, where it was a relatively equal playing field for all local businesses, so long […]

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SHiFT stands out Car donation programs are nothing new. Programs have collected vehicles since the 1990s and sold them at auto auctions, where they are bought wholesale by auto recyclers, exporters, and occasionally used car dealerships. The net profits from these sales are what is donated to benefit the pre-determined charity. The typical donation program’s […]

Introducing Auto Shredder Residue The vehicle recycling process makes use of over 75% of a vehicle by weight. There is not a consumer product in the world with these types of material recovery rates. Because of this, many are looking toward the automotive sector for what could be the first industry to achieve a closed […]

The Rise of EVs Recently, electric vehicles have become a symbol of the sustainable transportation movement, promising reduced carbon emissions and a cleaner future. The EV industry has experienced exponential growth thanks to advancements in battery technology, supportive government policies, and increased consumer demand for environmentally-friendly transportation solutions. As more countries and manufacturers pledge to […]

“Junkyards” As Portrayed in Film Junkyard mystique has long plagued Hollywood. It’s interesting to see how the junkyard setting is so laden with symbolism, whether that be transformation, change, or the past. In reality, junkyards are the future. Junkyards, or rather auto recycling facilities, are a place where the transportation sector can drastically reduce their […]

To Redeem or to Reject? The Vilification of Nuclear Energy Growing up within 10 miles of a power plant for nuclear energy, I was often told to prepare for the worst; preparation included knowing an evacuation route or keeping gas masks in the house at all times in case of a meltdown at the power […]

How to Enact Systemic Change How much responsibility falls on the individual? What role should the individual have in the climate crisis? Nowadays, individuals are encouraged to make changes in their lifestyle in order to reduce their carbon footprint. There are an unlimited number of carbon footprint calculators, some of which have been reviewed here […]

Introducing Mini, who we tell the story of SHIFT through. Last week was a big one for SHiFT. Our team began and completed production on a video that is a visual culmination of everything that SHiFT stands for.  It answers the question, “Why would someone want to recycle their car through SHiFT?”.  We are so […]

AI-generated image of an advanced recycling facility. Hint: they don’t practice single stream recycling. Automotive Recycling is an essential aspect of sustainability, as it helps reduce waste and preserve natural resources. While many countries have implemented strict policies and practices to ensure that old and damaged vehicles are recycled properly, some countries stand out for […]

Debunking Movie Myths: Junkyards Scenes from American cinema, both old and new, seem to have a lot to say about junkyards. What if there was a different story to tell?  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrn-OprEMLI&embeds_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dportrayals%2Bof%2Bjunkyards%2Bin%2Bmovie%26source%3Dlnms%26tbm%3Dvid%26sa%3DX%26ved%3D2ahUKEwiir_zW6cf-AhWykokEHReYACwQ_&source_ve_path=Mjg2NjY&feature=emb_logo This dramatic 1975 clip from the film Nashville is just one of many portrayals of junkyards or rather, Auto Recycling Facilities, that the industry […]

What is the history of recycling and how does automotive recycling fit into it? When and why did people start recycling? Put most simply, recycling is the process of converting waste materials into materials and objects with new or further uses. This practice has been around for centuries, with evidence of recycling starting as far […]

Automobile recycling is an important part of the automotive industry and one that is making a big difference for the environment. According to the EPA, recycling metal uses about 74 percent less energy than making new steel. And with crushed cars consisting of about 65% steel, this presents a big opportunity for carbon savings and […]

Auto recycling has a long history and an identity problem. Often thought of as a “junk yards”, many misunderstand or have no knowledge of the steps these small business owners have taken to formalize their processes, adopt strict environmental protocols, and ultimately play a crucial role in the life cycle of an automobile. One particular […]