What does the 95% end-of-life vehicle recovery target mean?

The current industry target is 95% reuse and recovery by average vehicle weight, including at least 85% reuse and recycling. It is measured across treatment activity, not promised for every single part.

The current industry target is 95% reuse and recovery by average vehicle weight, including at least 85% reuse and recycling. It is measured across treatment activity, not promised for every single part.

What to consider

Recovery can include energy recovery as well as material recycling, which is why the 95% recovery and 85% recycling figures are not interchangeable.

GOV.UK end-of-life vehicle regulations.

Legal Context

Manufacturers, importers and treatment routes have reporting obligations under the end-of-life vehicle regulations.

Quick Step-by-Step Summary

  1. Use an ATF route
  2. Let the site depollute the vehicle
  3. Separate reusable and recyclable materials
  4. Record treatment data
  5. Report against the statutory targets

Sources & References

  • GOV.UK end-of-life vehicle regulations

Helpful External Links

  • https://www.gov.uk/guidance/elv

Put the answer into practice

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