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New technology, tools and innovation in auto recycling, from dismantling equipment and yard management software to advanced processing and data solutions.

Aftermarket parts integration targets higher fill rates for salvage yards

APFusion’s ShopEarl platform integrates aftermarket inventory into yard management systems, giving buyers real-time access and automated ordering. Alex Smith says the approach can increase fill rates by 30%+ while cutting PO time by 90%+, pointing to new revenue streams alongside used stock.

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The Cyber Risk Nobody in the Recycled Parts Industry Wants to Talk About

Cyberattacks on recycled parts businesses are increasingly driven by impersonation, cloned pages, silent redirects and convincing links that trick staff into handing over credentials. For online parts sellers, cybersecurity is now an operational controls issue, not just an IT problem.

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eBay bets on digitising Australia’s recycled auto parts market

eBay Australia says only around 20% of recycled auto parts sales are online, despite strong consumer openness. The marketplace is investing in fitment tools, guarantees and clearer trust signals, while engaging industry bodies on standards to professionalise the route to market.

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The Smart Operational Moves Auto Recyclers Must Make Going Into 2026

As remote buyers and card-not-present payments become routine, fraud and chargebacks are turning into a predictable cost for auto recyclers. This article explains the operational steps disciplined yards are taking now, from capturing proof at checkout to standardising workflows, to protect margins heading into 2026.

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Change has never been this fast and will never be this slow again – It’s Time To Embrace AI in Auto Recycling

Chris Daglis argues that AI tools are already delivering measurable gains for auto recyclers, helping yards buy smarter, convert more parts enquiries and capture operational know-how through SOPs. He shares practical examples and five steps to start adopting AI now.

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Green Vehicle Disposal and EZ Suite Announce Strategic Partnership

Integrating Proven Expertise with Smart Digital Solutions to Drive Growth Green Vehicle Disposal (GVD), North America’s leading network of environmentally certified auto recyclers, and EZ Suite, an industry-leading business management platform, are proud to announce a strategic partnership designed to transform the automotive recycling industry.

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