Frequently Asked Questions
What does an Automotive Scrapyard do?
An automotive scrapyard, also known as a salvage yard or wrecking yard, is a facility where end-of-life vehicles are dismantled, and components in usable condition are recovered for resale. These operations involve the systematic removal of parts such as engines, transmissions, and electronics from vehicles. Once usable parts are extracted, the remaining vehicle body is typically crushed and recycled as scrap metal. Automotive scrapyards play a vital role in the automotive supply chain by providing affordable replacement parts and contributing to environmental sustainability through efficient recycling practices.