What Parts Of A Car Can Be Recycled?
From seatbelts to tyres, various parts of a car can be recycled. Whilst vehicles are manufactured using a wide range of materials, the parts left at the end can pose a significant impact on the environment if disposed of wrongly. This is why we have shared the various materials which can be recycled from vehicles, and how we can help your business.
Parts Of A Vehicle That Can Be Recycled
Metals
- Steel and Iron: These are the most commonly recycled materials in a car. Parts such as the chassis, body panels, engine block, and various other components are typically made from steel and iron.
- Aluminium: Often used in wheels, engine components, and body parts, aluminium is highly recyclable and can be reused to produce new car parts or other products.
- Copper: Found in electrical wiring and other components, copper is valuable and recyclable.
Fluids
- Engine Oil: Used engine oil and brake fluid can be re-refined and reused.
- Transmission Fluid: Like engine oil, transmission fluid can be recycled.
- Coolant and Antifreeze: These can be cleaned and reused or safely disposed of through recycling programs.
Batteries
Car batteries, including lead-acid batteries from conventional vehicles and lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles (EVs), can be recycled. Lead and other materials are extracted from traditional batteries, while lithium, cobalt, and other metals are recovered from EV batteries.
Tyres
Tyres can be recycled into various products such as rubber crumb, which is used in playground surfaces, sports fields, and as a material in new tyres and other rubber products.
Glass
Car windows and windshields are made from laminated glass, which can be recycled into new glass products or fibreglass.
Plastics
Various plastic components in a car, including dashboards, bumpers, and interior panels, can be recycled. These plastics can be processed into new automotive parts or other plastic products.
Catalytic Converters
Catalytic converters contain precious metals like platinum, palladium, and rhodium, which can be recovered and reused in new converters or other applications.
Upholstery and Interiors
Fabrics and foams from seats and other interior parts can be recycled into new textiles or repurposed in other industries.
Electrical Components
Many electronic components, including sensors, wiring, and control units, contain valuable materials that can be extracted and recycled.
We Recycle Automotive Waste
We collect and recycle a range of automotive waste for businesses, including tyres, bumpers, and hazardous oils. If you generate large volumes of these waste types, you can book a collection with our team nationwide.
