What is arm working on for the rest of 2011?

We recently met with ARM’s Board to discuss how we can “go on offense” with some pro-active policy ideas.  Of course, we will continue to “play defense” on the salvage auto auction issue as we have done successfully for several years now.

Some of our ideas include:

  • Allowing electronic record keep for “police books” regarding the sale of major component parts.  This likely requires a statutory change.
  • Exploring the codification of the MICAR program.  A series of bills was recently signed into law which codified (recognized in state statue) the Michigan agriculture environmental assurance program (“MAEAP”).  MAEAP is a rigorous industry self-certification program similar in general concept to MICAR.  The new law would provide a measure of regulatory relief in permitting and other matters for those Ag industry members who meet MAEAP standards.  We are currently working with Barb Utter and ARM’s regulatory guru Dave Kendziorski to develop language for possible bill introduction.
  • ARM Lobby Day in Lansing.  Look for an announcement soon for a date in the Fall for our 3rd Annual Lansing Lobby Day.

As a member of ARM your employer is able to offer you a unique opportunity.  The Kent Utter Jr. Memorial Scholarship fund has been providing financial assistance for college & secondary education to ARM members’ employees for over ten years.  If you have questions or would like more information please call 810-695-6760 or email arm@mi.automotiverecyclers.org


Morris Rose Auto Parts is a state-of-the-art automotive recycling facility located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We started out as a one-stall garage in 1940 and have continued to expand every since. We now have a facility that is over 30,000 square feet, with a staff of nearly 25 people. We sell quality new and used auto parts locally and globally. For more information on part availability search our website, or contact a Morris Rose Salesperson today.


ARA States the Facts on Automotive Recycling*

The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) is the leading international trade association of professional automotive recyclers.  ARA represents 4,500 automotive recycling facilities in the United States and fourteen other countries around the world.  We proudly represent an industry dedicated to the environmentally efficient removal and reuse of automotive parts and the recycling of inoperable motor vehicles.  ARA aims to further the automotive recycling industry through various services and programs to increase public awareness of the environmental benefits of automotive recycling and to foster awareness of the industry’s value as a high quality, low cost alternative for the automotive consumer.

The North American Automobile Recycling Industry by the Numbers

  • Recycling vehicles in the United States and Canada provides enough steel to produce almost 13 million new vehicles annually.
  • Automotive recycling in North America saves an estimated 85 million barrels of oil a year that would have been used in the manufacturing of new or replacement parts.
  • Total United States and Canadian annual revenue is estimated to be $22 billion.
  • Automotive recycling businesses employ more than 100,000 people in the United States.
  • Total annual payroll is estimated to be $3.3 billion in the United States.
  • More than three quarters of all automotive recycling companies employ 10 or fewer people.
  • Automotive recyclers provide wholesale and retail customers quality parts that range from 20 to 80 percent less than comparable new parts.
  • Automotive recyclers are good corporate citizens.  Recyclers across the country host first responder training sessions at their facilities.  These sessions provide first responders with the opportunity to learn the new procedures required to free trapped victims from car crashes.

*Most recent ARA statistical data regarding the automotive recycling industry.


The Michigan Certified Automotive Recycler (MICAR) program sponsored by the Automotive Recyclers of Michigan (ARM) certifies that participating automotive recycling facilities meet specified general business, environmental, safety, licensing, and regulatory standards. MICAR has been approved and accredited by the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA).


May is right around the corner and another Road Show will be here soon.  If you haven’t been to Traverse City in awhile or ever, then hopefully this article will help you plan for our upcoming event.