Recycled Rides Reaches 1,000-Vehicle Milestone

Jan. 18, 2016

Jan. 18, 2016—The National Auto Body Council (NABC) celebrated its 1,000th Recycled Rides donation during Industry Week in Palm Springs, Calif.

The 2015 Nissan Pathfinder was donated to a local area couple, Marcella and Damian Walls, who have four children. The vehicle was donated by the Hertz Corporation and refurbished by Caliber Collision-Coachella Valley. Parts, materials and services were donated by LKQ Corporation, Palm Springs Nissan, Mohica Towing, and Valley Smog and Auto Repair.

Since Recycled Rides began in 2007, members of the NABC have made significant achievements:

  • Over 1,000 vehicles donated by insurance, rental car, salvage and auto auction companies.
  • 65,000 volunteer hours by collision repair professionals to refurbish the vehicles.
  •  $4 million in parts, materials and services donated by manufacturers and suppliers.
  • Total of more than $12 million in refurbished vehicles donated to veterans, active duty service members and struggling families.

“Individuals and families without reliable transportation are in a catch-22 situation,” said Domenic Brusco, chairman of the National Auto Body Council. “They struggle financially, cannot afford a car but without it, employment opportunities are limited. Thanks to the collaborative contributions from many in our collision industry, Recycled Rides provides the catalyst that many individuals need to restore independence, pride and self-esteem to become self-sustaining.”

Subscribe to our Newsletters

Latest in Home

Endeavor Business Media
2025_fenderbender_award_logo
Recognize a deserving collision repair shop owner or operator with your nomination.
March 14, 2025
Adobe Stock 88061344
Asking Why
Teaching your team the healthy way to ask “why” will start to set the foundation of a colossal shift in thinking for operations and repair-planning.
Jan. 3, 2025
Bendpak
Ergo-Jet
The BendPak Ergochair Ergo-Jet, No. 5160112, features TPR wheels that provide shock absorption, cushioning, floor protection, and quiet rolling. The wheels are also resistant ...
Dec. 2, 2024