The Environmental Benefits of Scrapping Your Old Car
Scrapping your old car is not just a great way to make some extra cash. It is also one of the best things you can do for the environment in Somerset. Older vehicles tend to be less fuel-efficient and produce higher emissions. By removing them from the road, we instantly improve local air quality.
The Depollution Process
Before a car can be crushed and its metal recycled, it must undergo a rigorous depollution process. When you scrap your car with a registered dealer like Ben Whitcombe Ltd, we ensure that every hazardous substance is removed and treated safely.
- Fluid Drainage: We safely drain engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windscreen wash. These fluids are either filtered and reused or disposed of safely so they do not contaminate the soil or local waterways.
- Battery Removal: Standard car batteries contain lead and acid, which are highly toxic. We remove them and send them to specialised facilities where the lead is melted down and the acid is neutralised.
- Air Conditioning Gases: The refrigerant gases in older air conditioning systems are potent greenhouse gases. We safely recover these gases to prevent them from entering the atmosphere.
Maximising Material Recovery
But the benefits do not stop at depollution. We are committed to ensuring that over 95 percent of the vehicle is recycled, in line with strict environmental regulations.
- Scrap Metal Recycling: The metal bodywork and chassis are crushed and melted down to be used again. This green recycling process uses up to 75 percent less energy than producing new steel from iron ore.
- Glass and Plastics: Windscreens, windows, and heavy plastics are separated. The glass can be ground down for use in construction materials, while plastics are recycled into new products.
- Tyre Repurposing: Tyres are removed and sent for specialised shredding, preventing them from ending up in landfill sites.
Protecting Our Local Countryside
Choosing a sustainable scrap service helps protect our beautiful Somerset countryside for future generations. By dealing with a reputable, Environment Agency registered business, you guarantee that your car will not end up fly-tipped or dismantled in an unsafe manner.
Do your bit for the environment and get paid for it at the same time.
Contact us today for a free quote and let us handle your old car responsibly.