Your vehicle.
Our responsibility.

We connect companies that have been dismantling vehicles professionally, safely, and legally for decades. We care for the environment and take care of your administrative burdens.

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  • Official certificate
  • Free pickup available
  • Throughout Slovenia

95 %

reuse and recycling of materials

20 +

years of experience in decommissioning

100 %

compliance with EU environmental standards

Umbrella Association of Professionals

ELVAS-GIZ is the umbrella association of authorized dismantlers of end-of-life vehicles in Slovenia. We ensure that every vehicle is dismantled in accordance with the strictest environmental standards, while also making it easy for owners to hand over their vehicles for dismantling and to handle the necessary paperwork.

Learn about the ELVAS organization

Our business is founded on transparency, a commitment to the environment, and support for the circular economy, where every part of a vehicle finds a new purpose.

Official vehicle deregistration

Decommissioning vehicle

You can drop off your end-of-life vehicle free of charge at any of our locations throughout Slovenia. We also buy newer damaged or broken-down vehicles.

Rent a vehicle

Verified used spare parts

Find replacement parts for your vehicle

We will check availability with all our partners on your behalf and let you know which of our members has the spare part in stock so you can arrange to purchase it.

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Vehicle dismantling process

Vehicle Pickup and Registration

We will pick up the vehicle and immediately issue you an official certificate of dismantling, which is required for deregistration.

Removal of hazardous materials

We dispose of all fluids (oils, fuel), batteries, and other environmentally hazardous components in an eco-friendly and safe manner.

Removal of usable parts for reuse

We carefully remove and inspect the parts that are still suitable for safe reuse and resale on the market.

Dismantling the remaining parts of the vehicle

We dismantle the rest of the vehicle for further processing.

List of all ELVAS GIZ members

All of our members offer you:

Official vehicle deregistration

Verified used spare parts

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Why choose ELVAS GIZ members?

Professional and traceable

We will dismantle your vehicle in accordance with the law, remove hazardous materials, and issue a certificate of dismantling.

We’re putting it back into circulation

We preserve usable parts, reduce waste, and promote reuse.

Legally and responsibly

We operate transparently—unlike “shady” practices that are harmful to the environment and society.

We are working for the future

When you bring your vehicle to us, you’re not just doing the right thing for yourself—you’re doing it for future generations, too.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the vehicle dismantling process work?

The dismantling process consists of the following steps:

– The owner delivers the vehicle to an authorized dismantling facility. If the vehicle is not roadworthy, some facilities may offer free pickup.

– Upon handing over the vehicle, the owner receives a certificate of destruction (certificate of dismantling).

– With the certificate of dismantling, the owner deregisters the vehicle at the administrative unit or registration authority

2. What documents do I need to submit to have my vehicle scrapped?

To have a vehicle sent for dismantling, the last owner of the vehicle must submit:

– A personal identification document (ID card or passport)

– The vehicle registration certificate

– A power of attorney, if someone else is submitting the vehicle on behalf of the owner

3. How do I deregister a vehicle after it has been scrapped?

After receiving the certificate of dismantling, the owner must deregister the vehicle at the local administrative office or registration agency. When deregistering, the owner must submit:

– Certificate of dismantling

– Vehicle registration certificate

– License plates

4. How can I get a refund for the portion of the toll and insurance I paid?

If an annual toll has been paid for the vehicle, the owner may request a refund for the unused portion from the Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia (FURS) when deregistering the vehicle.If a valid insurance policy is in place, the owner may claim a refund of the proportional portion of the insurance premium from their insurance company.

5. Can I get a refund for an electronic vignette?

Yes, if your vehicle is scrapped, you can request a refund for the unused portion of the annual vignette. Monthly and weekly vignettes are not eligible for a refund.

6. What is the procedure for refunding an e-vignette?

Fill out the application for a refund of the proportional portion of the e-vignette fee.

The form is available at:

https://evinjeta.dars.si/sites/default/files/2022-07/Vloga%20V1_SLO%20OK_0.pdf

Send the application to the DARS address listed on the form.

DARS calculates the refund based on the remaining validity of the vignette.

The refund amount is transferred to the vehicle owner’s bank account.

7. Why is it important to have my vehicle dismantled at an authorized facility?

Authorized centers ensure the environmentally sound dismantling of vehicles, which means:

proper handling of hazardous fluids (oil, fuel, coolant), recycling of usable materials (metals, plastics, batteries), prevention of environmental pollution, and reuse of used spare parts.

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