Is scrapping your old vehicle’s alloy wheels worth it? Today, the national average price for an alloy wheel as scrap is £1.36 per KG. On a grander scale, this means that the average price for an alloy wheel, made up of aluminium & nickel, is £1,367 per tonne. Of course, selling all four (or five) alloy wheels […]
THE VEHICLE RELIABILITY INDEX 2024
Knowing what vehicle to purchase comes with many challenges and reliability is one of the most important factors in the decision-making process. Even if your vehicle is new and under warranty, it’s frustrating, inconvenient and costly if it breaks down. We handle hundreds of scrap vehicles every day and as a result, often see the […]
Can You Scrap A Car Without A V5C Log Book?
The log book. The V5. The V5C. Confusingly, they’re one and the same. It’s the most important document you can have as a motorist, but do you really need it if you’re trying to scrap your car? Actually, no. You can scrap your car without the log book. You might, however, find the process a […]
Selling Alloy Wheels For Scrap
Is scrapping your old vehicle’s alloy wheels worth it? Today, the national average price for an alloy wheel as scrap is £1.36 per KG. On a grander scale, this means that the average price for an alloy wheel, made up of aluminium & nickel, is £1,367 per tonne. Of course, selling all four (or five) […]
The Price of a Scrap Car Battery
Got an old car battery that you need to dispose of? Don’t just throw it out! Find out how much you could get by taking it to your local scrap yard. If you’re scrapping your entire car, keep reading to find out about whether you should strip the parts before hand. Quick links What’s The […]
How To Check If A Car Has Been Scrapped
When you’re thinking of buying a second-hand car, you want to know if it’s previously been listed as a scrap vehicle. You might also want to confirm that a vehicle you’ve sold as scrap has indeed been put through the crusher. Or, perhaps you just want to reminisce about your earlier years of driving and […]
IMPOUND REPORT: REVEALED, VEHICLE SEIZURES ACROSS THE UK
From breakdowns to untaxed vehicles, crimes, abandoned cars and obstructions, every year police forces across the UK remove thousands of vehicles from our roads. There are multiple reasons why the police can take a vehicle and the outcomes of this seizure can also vary; some vehicles are returned to their owners, while others are sold […]
MAPPING THE UK’S MOST DANGEROUS LANDMARKS
Ever wondered what some of the UK’s most dangerous landmarks are? In this article, we’ll dive deep into all of the UK’s iconic landmarks, including safest and most dangerous as of 2024. Britain is home to hundreds of landmarks, from iconic statues, historical buildings and mythological lakes. Each is situated in its own unique surroundings; […]
FROM NAMING THEIR VEHICLE TO DITCHING PARTNERS FOR THEIR CAR: REVEALING HOW ATTACHED BRITS ARE TO THEIR VEHICLES
Owning a vehicle is a big responsibility, from the financial commitment to the ease of navigating from A to B, many vehicle owners form a deep emotional connection with their vehicles. According to the Department for Transport there are currently 41.2 million licensed vehicles in the UK, which prompted us to consider how long do […]
ENGLAND’S MOST HAUNTED ROADS
As the leaves begin to change and temperatures drop, stories of ghouls, haunting manifestations and spooky behaviour begin to circulate. With dark nights creeping earlier and earlier, how about embarking on a thrilling road trip in your van along the winding roads up and down the country? It’s the perfect time to encounter the mysterious […]