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Automotive Recyclers Association Launches COVID-19 Relief Fund

The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) announced that a relief fund has been established for professional automotive recyclers impacted by the COVID-19 virus. In large part this came about after ARA Associate Member company, Car-Part.com, announced that the company will pledge up to $30,000 to the fund.

New Survey Reveals What Americans Rely on Most

You may be surprised to learn that, when asked to consider the items they can’t live without, Americans rank toothpaste and their toothbrush almost as important as the internet and cell phones, according to a recent study.

Keep Maintaining Your Vehicle Even If It Sits Idle

With a majority of vehicle owners living in areas of the country that have stay-at-home orders, many vehicles may be sitting idle for days or weeks at a time. The non-profit Car Care Council recommends starting your car at least once a week and keeping up with routine auto care to help prevent potential maintenance issues.
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CLASSIC FINDS

Craig and Corrina Huffman had their eye on Claude Holt’s collection of classic cars ever since they made their life-changing move from Eureka, California to Fayetteville, Tennessee. They were overjoyed when Holt agreed to sell the classic Fords and Chevys to Boneyard Auto & Salvage.

GAME CHANGER

Neil Harrow is proving innovation and auto recycling go together with his state-of-the-art Florida facility, GreenStar Auto Recyclers. Named for its environmentally-friendly focus, GreenStar started as a boutique operation on 2.5 acres that could be run with less than 15 employees.

SHORT WEEK

The traditional five-day, 40-hour workweek has been the standard for businesses since its inception by Henry Ford in 1926. But today’s workers are vying for more flexible work schedules. That’s prompting some companies to change to a four-day workweek.

DRIP CAMPAIGNS

It’s essential to deliver the right message at the right time to the right customers, and e-mail blasts are an easy, cost-effective tool to manage those messages. But, while most promotional efforts send e-mails at a time pre-determined by the advertiser, drip campaigns personalize the message and timing based on the consumer’s actions.

W-4 CHANGES

With the new year comes a redesigned W-4, featuring a fresh look and several new fields. After delays, several draft versions and some major revisions, the Internal Revenue Service released the final version of the 2020 Form W-4 on December 4, 2019.

LEMS AUTO

Larae and Dereck Van Der Brink spend most days juggling multiple responsibilities. Between running Lems Auto Recyclers in Doon, Iowa and raising two children who are involved in sports and other activities, the schedule always seems packed.

15 Minutes With Chad Counselman

Chad Counselman has filled many roles: Husband of 21 years to Rachel, father of 18-year-old Emily, missions pastor of his church, and co-owner of Counselman Automotive Recycling in Mobile, Alabama. This past October, he stepped into yet another role: President of the Automotive Recycling Association.
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Recycled Parts Buying Trends

The Locator's commitment to buyers and sellers of recycled parts has been the driving force for the company for more than 50 years. For the past several months, the data has shows a clear trend for purchasing smaller, easy-to-install parts. Headlights, tail lamps and side view mirrors have been popular among buyers. But buyers also continue to purchase the larger, more expensive parts including engines and transmissions.

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Most Popular Parts Searches

PartsLocator's new late-model parts search allows users to find the parts they need, purchase them and have them shipped directly. The site is user friendly and completely responsive so access from any device - desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile device - is seamless.

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