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Eco-Friendly Car Disposal: Why Recycling Your Scrap Car Matters

When you sell your scrap car to NAWA Auto Buy, you're not just earning instant cash—you're contributing to a greener Ireland. Over 90% of a vehicle's materials can be recycled, reducing landfill waste and conserving natural resources. As Dublin's trusted car recycling service, we ensure every vehicle is disposed of responsibly.

"NAWA Auto Buy collected my old Nissan and explained how they'd recycle it. I got €420 and peace of mind knowing the fluids and metals were handled properly—no environmental harm!"

Sarah Byrne, Dublin

How Our Recycling Process Works

  • Fluid Removal: Engine oil, coolant, and fuel are safely drained
  • Part Salvaging: Reusable components are refurbished
  • Metal Recovery: Steel/aluminum is melted for reuse
  • Battery Recycling: Lead and acid are processed separately
  • Tire Repurposing: Converted to road surfaces or fuel
  • Hazardous Waste: Airbags/mercury switches are neutralized
Scrap metal recycling at NAWA Auto Buy facility

Environmental Benefits

85% less energy vs. new metal production
Prevents 11M tons of steel waste annually
Stops 24M liters of fluid contamination
DVLA-certified disposal records

3 Reasons to Choose Our Eco-Service

  • Licensed by the EPA: Fully compliant with Irish environmental regulations (WEEE Directive)
  • Transparent Process: Receive documentation proving proper recycling
  • Community Impact: Supports Dublin's 2030 climate action plan by reducing automotive waste

Every year, NAWA Auto Buy recycles over 500 tons of automotive materials across Dublin. Whether your car is 5 or 25 years old, selling it to us ensures it won't end up polluting fields or waterways. We even handle the Certificate of Destruction paperwork for you—just bring your ownership documents and leave the rest to our green team.

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