Recycling is typically associated with materials like soda cans and water bottles. But, many auto parts can also be reused or recycled. Here is a closer look at how selling junk cars to an auto salvage yard can benefit the environment — not just your wallet.

Top 3 Reasons to Recycle Used Auto Parts

1. Many Parts Can Be Reused

While a junk car may no longer be in drivable condition, many of its individual parts may still be in good enough shape that they can be reused.

Auto salvage professionals test and remove any parts that could be used by other drivers. This provides a more cost-effective alternative to buying new parts from manufacturers, helping others save money on repairs and restoration work.

2. Recycling Ensures Proper Disposal of Harmful Materials

Car batteries, engine oil, and gasoline all pose a significant risk of environmental contamination if not disposed of properly. These fluids could even seep into local groundwater, causing significant harm to the local environment. Recycling ensures that these and other potentially hazardous materials are disposed of properly.

3. Minimize the Need for Steel Manufacturing

When people buy used or refurbished auto parts, this reduces the demand for manufacturers to produce new parts. This minimizes the need for mining coal — which is used to refine iron ore — and reduces the production of greenhouse gases from burning coal. Recycling steel also helps decrease the need for this refinement process, further reducing the environmental impact of the automotive industry.

Whether you’re looking for quality used auto parts or want to sell a vehicle, High Point Auto Salvage can help. Serving North Carolina’s Triad Area since 1984, this family-owned salvage yard offers warranties on all parts and uses a convenient online search feature to help you find what you’re looking for. To learn more about their services and available inventory, visit them online or call (336) 889-9062.