Carcone’s Auto Recycling
FOCUS ON OPERATIONS
Ready for Change Carcone’s Auto Recycling is prepared for the future By Paul Cleveland Michael Carcone is the second generation owner of Carcone’s Auto Recycling and Wheel Refinishing in Aurora, Ontario. His father transferred the business to him in 1991 but still comes in to help as required. Carcone’s business partner and sister Paula Badali note that their focus right now is on the changing industry. “You can’t coast with things changing daily. We are constantly looking for much needed information and software to help identify new products such as modules, sensors and the many other new electronic devices that are being added to vehicles today. Knowing the interchange or what is VIN specific are just some of the challenges,” he says. Carcone points out that they are inventorying what they can, based on the information available and their own expertise. “We stay prepared and have the stock on hand that is in demand,” he says. “You have to be selective in both buying and inventorying. You pull inventory you know you can sell based on software and sales look-ups and history.” “Is there a future in the industry for the next generation? Absolutely! My son Matthew is in school to be a heavy equipment operator/technician. My other son Justin has shown interest by
Carcone’s Auto Recycling was founded by Tony Carcone.
expanding our operations to include all-terrain vehicle dismantling and sales and my nephews have all shown interest over the years. The next generation brings a whole new way of doing business. Sure, they are social media savvy but what’s more, they are quick to adapt to change,” he says. “Changes are coming, faster than ever and you have to be proactive if you are going to survive,” says Carcone. “Read trade publications, take courses, go to trade events, and not just those in your own field, you’ve got be on top of things.” When asked what the industry might look like when his sons take over, Carcone says that he is a firm believer that eventually cars will become disposable. He asks people to consider what role salvage will play when 3D printing technology allows a shop to print any part on demand. “Hang on! Because what you see today is not going to be the same tomorrow,” Carcone says, with the kind of infectious optimism you might expect from an industry leader.
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