Saturday, October 19, 2013

Salvage Auctions, Stepping Towards A Greener Planet

Automobiles are one of the recycled consumer products. As a matter of fact, each year, 95 percent of retired vehicles are processed for recycling. The recovered auto parts can be recycled to be used in a new vehicle. According to the American Iron and Steel Institute, 26 vehicles are recycled every minute. This is a step towards a greener planet. Auto Salvage auctions and auction companies are playing a pivotal role to minimize carbon footprints on the globe. In online auto auctions for public, a wide array of vehicles are put on auction; the amount of damage, the source of vehicles and the brands vary. Auto recyclers collect vehicles that are totally damaged and utilize most of the auto parts in the best possible way.

Some of the common recyclable auto parts are as given below: 
  • Oil: Oil is one of the recyclable parts of a vehicle. Oil has to be changed after every few thousand miles. A refining process is followed to recycle oil. 
  • Oil filter: After extraction of oil from the reservoir, the oil filters can be recycled. 
  • Batteries: The lead found in batteries is toxic. So, it is essential to recycle batteries. 
  • Metals: Iron, steel and other metals are recycled to be used in new vehicles. 
  • Tires: Tires are recycled for making different kinds of products. 
  • Steering Wheel Column: Dismantled and resold 
  • Engine and Transmission: Dismantled, reconditioned and resold 
  • Starter and Alternator: Removed and resold or re-manufactured
  • Sheet Metal: Removed and resold 
  • Windshield Washer: Drained to be reused 
The auto salvage industry plays a major role in auto recycling. Online salvage auctions are a source for the recycle industry. There are vehicles that are beyond repair and are available at throwaway prices. The salvage auto industry conducts online auctions that act as a common platform for sellers and buyers to deliver maximum salvage vehicles to buyers for re-use. Bidding enthusiasts can buy vehicles from any corner of the world using their laptops and mobile devices. The process of bidding is quick, simple and easy. Auction houses present a large inventory that is updated on a weekly basis. People can check out the images of different vehicles on auction, collect information about vehicles using the Vehicle Identification Number and avail inspection services before placing a bid. Auction companies offer an exciting auto auction experience to bidders. Auto dealers, recyclers, sculptors and artists bid on such vehicles to extend the use of end-of-life vehicles.

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