Storage length of ELVs

Statement – 18th November 2025 Storage length of ELVs 3 Years is the least for proper parts reuse In one of the last versions of the circular vehicle regulation proposal, it was suggested to keep an ELV no longer than 6 months on an ATF. See the EP version of...
To reuse or not to reuse

To reuse or not to reuse

The last phase of the EU law making process for the ELV/Circular vehicle Regulation has started. The Members of Parliament (MEP’s) have made the last amendments in the 3rd July version. The so called trilogues mean the European Commission (EC), European Parliament...
Newsletter 27th February 2025

Newsletter 27th February 2025

Battery Regulation Again This article will be about regulations again. Not because it’s such easy or nice matter, but because it’s happening as we speak. The Circular Vehicle Regulation Proposal is currently under amendment and the Battery Regulation is being...
Spare parts and the internet

Spare parts and the internet

Spare parts and the internet As dismantlers we all sell parts. Our ELV’s are filled with parts and the only thing we need to do is to find receivers for our parts. Of course this sounds simpler than it is in reality. Sometimes it is simple. Customers know where to...
Newsletter 6th June 2024

Newsletter 6th June 2024

Co-decision In my previous article I advocated the cooperation between ATF associations and their networks among authorities, national politicians and MEPs. This issue I want to explain the phase of the process in which the proposal for the Vehicle Directive is and...

Minutes 2001-2024

2023 – 2024   15-06-2024 Valence -Spring meeting 16-11-2023 Brussel – Fall Meeting 02–6-2023 Malaga – Spring Meeting  2002 t/m 2011 200211xx Brussel 20011117 Kiermusy 20020420 Decisions Manchester 20020420 Manchester 20030425 Decisions Oslo...