Ohio Vehicle E-Check Those in Northeast Ohio must comply with having their vehicle’s emissions checked (Ohio vehicle E-Check) if residing in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage & Summit counties. The other Ohio counties are not subjected to the program. Recently they have implemented self-service kiosks to perform the testing. Here are some facts about the
Read MoreRecycling and Scrap Update The auto scrap (aka junk car) recycling industry continues to evolve and play a key role in manufacturing and beyond. Recent reports indicate that “vehicle recycling provides more than 33% of the iron & steel scrap in the US scrap processing industry.” If you think junk cars and scrap cars are
Read MoreScrap Car Titling On September 8, 2014, Hunter Stuart, a business contributor on the Huffington Post, released an article titled “1 million used cars are hiding a terrible secret”. Many of these vehicles on the road are essentially scrap cars and junk cars. Rather than these vehicles being sold to a junk car buyer or
Read MoreUS Auto Recycling The US auto recycling industry is comprised of various types of businesses including auto shredders, component recyclers, junk car buyers, scrap my car companies and cash for cars companies. Typically owners of junk or scrap cars will obtain a junk car quote for the vehicle and sell it to a “cash for
Read MoreCleveland Auto In the August 22, 2014 edition of Cleveland.com, Grant Segall, author of their “My Cleveland” column, discusses how Mr. Sam Bell has sustained in the auto business. Prior to creating the Lusty Wrench Auto Repair Shop, Mr. Bell apparently repaired several of his own junk cars, scrap cars and broken down vehicles.
Read MoreFord Auto Recycling The transition to using aluminum in auto recycling is in full swing, as indicated by a new investment project by Novelis Inc. In an article by David Sedgwick on August 18, 2013 in the Automobile News, it is explained how a new project increases the use of aluminum automobile scrap. “The company
Read MoreVan found to be scrapped Yet another instance has occurred giving the junk car industry a bad name. In Bennington, VT, a town of 15,000 people about an hour northwest of Albany, a criminal allegedly removed a van from a business for the purpose of selling it for scrap. The August 7th edition of the
Read MoreRhodium in vehicles One of the valuable metals retrieved from scrap automobiles is the chemical element known as Rhodium, which is sought after by those scrapping cars and buying junk vehicles. Those selling a junk car for cash to a “cash for cars” company may not realize the value of Rhodium. Rhodium is defined by
Read MoreJunkyard Ablaze An Ohio junk yard was the home of a large scrap yard fire that occurred on their premises, dealing yet another blow to the auto recycling, auto scrap, junk vehicle and “cash buyer of cars” industry. Luckily enough, Cleveland is a long way from Marietta, OH where this noteworthy fire inflicted damage at
Read MoreLakewood Recycling On June 25, 2014 the Lakewood Observer had a story by Matt Smith exposing the city’s flaws in its scrap and recycling program. Mr. Smith acknowledges that Lakewood’s residential recycling plan is effective, but states that businesses are not held responsible to recycle and that public locations lack the needed containers to allow
Read MoreCash 4 Car Loans Driving through Broadway Ave. in Cleveland, I noticed a “cash for cars” retail site advertising cash for your car title in the form of a short term loan. Apparently these lenders are buyers of running cars, trucks and vans which are creating havoc. How does it work? A loan outfit such as
Read MoreCash for Cars, 1.4 Tire Scrap Removal of scrap tires is a solid waste concern facing auto recyclers, cash for cars companies and junk vehicle processors. Scrap tires from damaged cars and wrecked cars are a potential risk for having a negative health and environmental impact; therefore “scrap my car” companies need to be aware.
Read MoreJunk Vehicle Refrigerant Handling, 1.3 Those involved in the buying of junk cars, such as scrap car buyers and those involved in junk car hauling must remain compliant in the handling and storage of the automobile’s air conditioning units. According to www.ecarcenter.org: “In the 1970’s, atmospheric chemists discovered something unexpected about the refrigerants used in
Read MoreScrapping a Car: Title REQUIRED We receive calls from people seeking the option of scrapping a car without having the vehicle’s title. We are not able to buy a car without having the title. A junk car buyer, scrap car buyer or cash for cars buyer is unable to scrap a car for cash without the
Read MoreOhio Scrap and Recycling Problem On May 12, 2014 the Journal News published an article by Lot Tan that Ohio is leading the way in the number of insurance claims that were filed as a result of scrap metal theft. This is the third year in a row that Ohio has unfortunately been the front
Read MoreBuying Scrap Cars, Industry Understanding 1.2 In article 1.0 and 1.1 we reviewed how a scrap car buyer or junk auto buyer handles proper disposal of oil and brake fluids within the junk vehicle removal process. When considering where to sell junk cars, or where to sell a car for cash you should insist that
Read MoreScrap Car Buyer, Understanding 1.1 As a scrap car buyer in Northeast Ohio, we strive to ensure compliance with the environmental concerns involved in working with scrap cars and junk cars. When dealing with junk car removal and buying junk cars, the proper disposal of hazardous chemicals is taken seriously by the EPA on both
Read MoreAuto Recycling College Program Announced The automobile recycling industry has quietly demonstrated consistent strength in a volatile economy. Perhaps your business within the automobile recycling industry involves the sales of components, auto scrapping, auto repair or the many other facets. Waubonsee Community College, located in Illinois, has four regional campuses and is offering a training
Read MoreScrap Vehicle Buyer, Understanding 1.0 What do scrap car buyers and junk car haulers do with the antifreeze remaining in junk cars and scrap cars? It is of particular interest to the Environmental Protection Agency, who is a key component for insuring environmental compliance in this arena. Why do scrap car buyers need to consider
Read MoreAuto Scrap Recycling, Car Airbags One controversial topic within the auto recycling, junk car, auto scrap and vehicle scrap recycling industry is the redeployment of used airbags and the safety of aftermarket airbag usage. The average price for a used airbag unit is $250-$350 and can be obtained from a used item dealer, auto wrecker,
Read MoreScrap prices for junk cars You maybe asking yourself questions like: What is my junk car worth? Where can I scrap my car for cash? What are current junk car scrap prices? Determining the scrap value of a car, truck or van depends on several variables as listed below: The weight of your junk car
Read MoreIs Your Old Car Worth Fixing? There are several things to consider when faced with a costly automobile repair on an older model car, truck or van. Is the old car worth fixing? Here are a few sample scenarios that examine whether scrapping your car, selling the vehicle for scrap or repairing it are the
Read MoreAuto Recyclers Association Chapter of the Year is in Ohio: As a member of the auto recycling and scrap industry, we like to acknowledge the industry leaders. Although we are primarily a “scrap car buyer”, “cash for cars” and “junk car hauler”, we continue to recognize others in the industry that make Ohio proud! According
Read MoreCar Seat Recycling Program in Cleveland According to a 19 Action News Cleveland in a 2013 article, a program of recycling used automobile infant carriers and car seats is underway. It is another example of how recycling items is beneficial in the Cleveland area. “Many parents don’t know what to do with the infant carriers
Read MoreTerms in auto scrap industry defined The auto recycling industry, including “junk car haulers”, “scrap car buyers” and “cash for cars vehicle companies” have their own industry terms, many of which are coined by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the U.S. End-of-life Vehicle or (EOV) is a junk car, truck or van that is
Read MoreLakewood, OH: New Recycling Program Article Lakewood Observer Article: New Recycling Program Check out the above story regarding Lakewood’s new recycling program. At Cleveland Scrap Cars we support recycling efforts throughout the greater Cleveland area. As a “cash for cars” recycling company, we continue to handle the processing of junk cars, scrap cars and wrecked
Read MoreVehicle Title Requirements for selling scrap or junk cars If you are looking to sell your junk car, scrap car or non-running vehicle in Cleveland, you must possess the vehicle’s title. The Ohio BMV doesn’t handle title work, rather your individual county’s title clerk does. When selling your car for scrap in Cleveland, your Certificate
Read More7 best ways to handle your old or scrap car in Cleveland 1. Sell it to a private party. Your car has the most value to a private seller. Selling via private party will generate the highest return in the Cleveland, OH market, by getting you closest to the current Kelly Blue Book (KBB)
Read MoreWhat to do with your old car in Cleveland One option for disposal of an old car or junk car is to sell the used components yourself. There are several things to consider when selling the vehicle’s used auto components: 1. The majority of auto collisions impact the front part of the car. As a result, front-end
Read More10 Best Things About Living In Cleveland 1. Low cost of living; housing is very affordable 2. Very low probability of experiencing natural disasters (earthquake, tornado, hurricane etc…) 3. Ohio State Buckeye football 4. The Cleveland Horseshoe Casino 5. Plenty of parks (including dog parks) and golf courses 6. Three pro sports teams: Indians, Browns
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