Through APS’s new partnership with Communications Consultants of Colorado, recyclers in the U.S. and Canada can now access Ari, the always-on digital sales assistant that turns missed calls into money, 24/7, 365 days a year.

Discover 7 proven tips to boost your eBay sales as an automotive recycler. Build trust, grow profits, and stand out in the marketplace.

For decades, auto recyclers relied heavily on gut instinct when buying, selling, and managing their yards. And while experience is still vital, today’s most profitable recyclers know instinct alone isn’t enough.

The key to growth and efficiency in today’s industry? Data.

In automotive recycling, profitability doesn’t just come down to buying the right vehicles. It’s also about what happens after those vehicles enter the yard. And at the heart of it all? Your sales team.

In auto recycling, there’s one truth that never changes: profitability starts with the buy.
If the car you bring into the yard isn’t right, no amount of hustle on the sales floor will turn it into a winner.

Chris, Kirk, and Georgia have just returned from three jam-packed weeks on the road across the US and Canada.

From the OARA Roundtable and yard tours to the IBIS and URG Conferences, we saw firsthand what’s working and what’s holding auto recyclers back. 

From family-run shops to multi-location giants, we saw firsthand what’s driving the industry forward and busted some big myths along the way.

eBay has seller standards.  You can be Top Rated, Above Standard or Below Standard.  If you fall into Below Standard, sellers refer to it as eBay Jail.

So, we thought we’d share the top tips we’ve picked up, not just from eBay themselves but from our own team of listers who are live on eBay every day. 

When you run an eBay store, it’s important to ensure that your seller standards remain high, even during time off. The last thing you want is to end up in “eBay Jail” simply for taking some much-needed time off.

The APRAA 2024 Conference on the Gold Coast was a resounding success, bringing together thought leaders, industry experts, and innovators from across the globe for an unforgettable event.

In the fast-paced world of automotive recycling, staying relevant and connected with your audience is essential for sustainable growth. Drawing inspiration from unconventional sources can often provide unique insights. One such unexpected muse is none other than the pop sensation, Taylor Swift. Surprisingly, there are valuable lessons that automotive recyclers can glean from Taylor Swift's marketing strategies.

I hate to say it, but it’s true. People are talking about your business behind your back and it’s not all good news.

How many of the following hit a nerve with you cause you know they probably ring a little true?

With the work that APS does, I am in a fortunate position to visit a lot of auto recycling facilities across Australia, the UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Europe, Asia and the US. In fact, I visit over a hundred different auto recycling yards each year.

Recalls on auto parts are making headlines around the world on a weekly, if not daily basis at the moment. Some of these are big recalls that are significant to the manufacturer but they are equally so to the Auto Recycler and consumer.