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Platinum $1,646 USD /oz▼ $28.00 (-1.67%)Palladium $1,259 USD /oz▼ $40.00 (-3.08%)Rhodium $8,100 USD /oz– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Copper $6.36 USD /lb▼ $0.0195 (-0.31%)Aluminum $1.44 USD /lb▲ $0.0125 (+0.88%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $7.49 USD /lb▼ $0.0374 (-0.50%)Lead $0.8100 USD /lb▼ $0.0031 (-0.38%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▼ $0.0163 (-1.00%)Gold $4,002 USD /oz▼ $56.40 (-1.39%)Silver $56.20 USD /oz▼ $1.62 (-2.81%)USD/CAD 1.4025▼ $0.0042 (-0.30%)Platinum $1,646 USD /oz▼ $28.00 (-1.67%)Palladium $1,259 USD /oz▼ $40.00 (-3.08%)Rhodium $8,100 USD /oz– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Copper $6.36 USD /lb▼ $0.0195 (-0.31%)Aluminum $1.44 USD /lb▲ $0.0125 (+0.88%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $7.49 USD /lb▼ $0.0374 (-0.50%)Lead $0.8100 USD /lb▼ $0.0031 (-0.38%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▼ $0.0163 (-1.00%)Gold $4,002 USD /oz▼ $56.40 (-1.39%)Silver $56.20 USD /oz▼ $1.62 (-2.81%)USD/CAD 1.4025▼ $0.0042 (-0.30%)

SMASH SCRAP Blog

Industry insights, auction tips, and scrap metal market news

Dearborn Fabricator Boosts Profits via Smart Scrap Tracking

Dearborn Fabricator Boosts Profits via Smart Scrap Tracking

· 8 min read

From Chaos to Cash: How a Dearborn Fabricator Transformed Their Scrap Metal Inventory Management Marcus Rivera never imagined that a cluttered back lot behind his metal fabrication shop would become his biggest headache in 2026. The 15-year owner of Rivera Custom Works in Dearborn, Michigan, had...

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Chicago Junk Car Removal: Get Paid + Free Pickup 2026

Chicago Junk Car Removal: Get Paid + Free Pickup 2026

· 6 min read

5 Best Options for Free Scrap Car Pickup Chicago: Complete Guide for 2024 Getting rid of that old clunker in your driveway doesn't have to cost you money or stress. Chicago residents have multiple options for free scrap car pickup Chicago services that actually pay you for your vehicle. With scrap...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 6, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 6, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 06, 2026 at 01:00 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟡 Market Mood: MIXEDSilver & Palladium +1 higher; Gold & Copper lower. Jump to:Gold — $5,078/oz ▼ Silver — $82.38/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,450 · Pt ▸ $2,131 · Pd ▲ $1,622 Copper — $5.80/lb ▼ Aluminum — $1...

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New EPA Rules Impact Scrap Car Removal Detroit Operations

New EPA Rules Impact Scrap Car Removal Detroit Operations

· 5 min read

# Detroit Scrap Industry Braces for New EPA Emissions Standards as Market Dynamics Shift The scrap metal recycling landscape faces significant regulatory changes this week as new federal emissions standards take effect, directly impacting **scrap car removal Detroit** operations and recycling...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 5, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 5, 2026

· SMASH AI · 5 min read

Prices as of March 05, 2026 at 02:56 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🔴 Market Mood: BEARISHAll tracked metals are lower today. Jump to:Gold — $5,101/oz ▼ Silver — $82.59/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▼ $11,450 · Pt ▼ $2,138 · Pd ▼ $1,625 Copper Aluminum Steel Scrap — $413.00/mt ▸ Mac...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 4, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 4, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 04, 2026 at 01:01 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟢 Market Mood: BULLISHAll tracked metals are higher today. Jump to:Gold — $5,159/oz ▲ Silver — $85.30/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▼ $11,850 · Pt ▲ $2,151 · Pd ▲ $1,667 Copper — $5.91/lb ▲ Aluminum — $1.53/lb ▲ Ste...

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Detroit Scrap Car Prep: Maximize Value Before You Sell

Detroit Scrap Car Prep: Maximize Value Before You Sell

· 6 min read

How to Prepare Your Scrap Car for Maximum Value in Detroit's Market When you're ready to sell scrap car Detroit, proper preparation can mean the difference between getting $200 or $400 for the same vehicle. Detroit's industrial heritage makes it one of America's most active scrap markets, but many...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 3, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 3, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 03, 2026 at 03:15 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🔴 Market Mood: BEARISHAluminum higher; Gold & Silver +3 lower. Jump to:Gold — $5,045/oz ▼ Silver — $80.63/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $12,050 · Pt ▼ $2,035 · Pd ▼ $1,608 Copper — $5.79/lb ▼ Aluminum — $1.47/lb ▲...

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Catalytic Converter Prices Today: Detroit Market Update

Catalytic Converter Prices Today: Detroit Market Update

· 7 min read

Digital Transformation Reshapes B2B Scrap Trading Across North America The scrap metal industry stands at a crossroads. While traditional dealers still dominate local markets, digital platforms are revolutionizing how Canadian recycling yards connect with buyers. Catalytic converter prices today...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 2, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 2, 2026

· SMASH AI · 5 min read

Prices as of March 02, 2026 at 01:00 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟢 Market Mood: BULLISHGold & Silver +2 higher; Platinum & Copper lower. Jump to:Gold — $5,382/oz ▲ Silver — $95.13/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,950 · Pt ▼ $2,353 · Pd ▲ $1,777 Copper — $6.03/lb ▼ Aluminum — $...

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