The recent FT article “Electrifying Change: How the Auto Salvage Industry Gears Up for the EV Era” by Claire Bushey gives an overview of the coming challenges for the salvage industry. As the electric vehicle (EV) revolution accelerates, the US auto salvage industry stands on the brink of a transformative shift. As these EVs near the end of their lifespans, the industry is gearing up for challenges and opportunities that lie in recycling a new breed of vehicles, where the battery becomes the star. This article is a response to the FT with analysis and strategic suggestions.