When the car you own has reached the end of its lifespan, it can bring up memories of nostalgia. We go through a lot in our lives, and our cars bring us to and from many milestones. With the power of recycling, however, parts of your vehicle can go on to live other lives. If you're not sure which parts can be scrapped and which can be repurposed, keep reading this helpful list. 

What Are the Best Parts for Car Recycling? 

1. Windows 

Between the front and rear windshields and windows, there's a lot of glass in a vehicle that is easily recyclable. There is a layer of plastic that holds the windows in place, but new technology can separate the materials, making the job more feasible. The glass can be turned into insulation, concrete blocks, or bottles, and the plastic can become carpet glue or other sticky, useful substances. 

2. Batteries 

As far as recycling goes, a car battery is one of the easiest and most common parts to turn in. When it's time for a new device, the place that you go to purchase your replacement battery is likely to take the old one and recycle it for you. They are then taken and broken down for parts, and the bits that are still in good shape are refurbished to create new batteries. 

3. Metal 

Similar to glass, metal is one of the most recycled materials because of how many times it can be melted or broken down to create new products or items. A car is made up of quite a bit of metal, and all of those parts can be turned into other metal-heavy necessities. Most often, though, they are turned into new car parts.

If you’re interested in vehicle recycling, reach out to Holmes Iron & Metal Inc. of East Spencer, NC. They’re a locally owned metal recycling facility with over 40 years of experience. Their team is highly trained in evaluating each piece of material, and they accept a wide range, including copper, glass, and aluminum. They excel at customer service and offer drop-off containers for your convenience. Visit the website for details on their services or call (704) 633-6119 to speak with a team member.