What do I do with…?
Automotive Materials
What is auto waste? Any waste that is generated from automobiles or other motor vehicles from maintenance, repair, damage replacement, or total losses.
Why is it a problem? Auto waste, especially the metals, is often sent to the dump even though it can be recycled. Additionally, motor vehicles require oils, chemicals, and fuels to operate, which are regarded as toxic waste and can therefore be harmful to people and the environment when not disposed of properly.
Examples: cars, car parts, trucks, motor oil, antifreeze, filters, glass, scrap metal, fluids, tires
Reduce
Choose to ride your bike or walk to your destination whenever possible.
Take the bus for free on Missoula’s award-winning Zero Fare Mountain Line public transit system.
Carpool or share vehicles among friends/family members.
Use MUD’s Truck Share program if you need a truck instead of getting your own.
Use a rideshare service or a local taxi service.
Reuse
Purchase used vehicles instead of new ones.
Source parts needed for repairs from scrap yards instead of purchasing new.
Create artwork with scrap materials.
Old tires are great for garden decor.
Recycle
(call or visit website to confirm acceptance policies)
Firestone and NAPA Auto Parts – used motor oil and antifreeze
A & T Auto Recycling – cars, trucks, SUVs, vans
Scrap metal:
Republic Services, Pacific Steel, Axmen Recycling and Auto Salvage (and tires)
Used motor oil (and oil filters at some locations)
Car batteries: