European Directive 2000/53/EC which sets definitions, terms and rules for the handling of End of Life Vehicles in the EU 27 countries (see download page to download copies).

A mandated process carried out by an ATF on an ELV to remove and capture hazardous substances e.g. oils and fluids and other items like tyres. You can download the UK Guidelines here.

A business that will take in “End of Life Vehicles” and dismantle them for component parts that they sell for profit.

A term that refers to any vehicle that is damaged but that could be repaired and placed back on the road and so has more value than a vehicle that will just be scrapped.

Refers to a business that operates a fragmentiser and that accepts scrap (including cars) which it size reduces and separates into various material streams for onward recycling or recovery.