With increased fuel prices, the UK has seen some of the most dramatic price hikes in years. Diesel prices are averaging 191.1per litre, which is a 50p average increase since late February. In fact, many premium forecourts are seeing diesel priced well over £2.00 per litre. For petrol, this is up nearly 27p, averaging 158.2p […]
The Cost of Motoring: The Financial Reality for UK Drivers
As we all know, the cost of living crisis has hit UK household budgets hard, but one area often overlooked is the rising cost of motoring. With the global energy crisis and persistent inflation driving up the price of everything from fuel to insurance and new car prices. With these financial pressures mounting, we surveyed […]
The Most Ticketed Cars and Local Authorities: Where Parking Fines Were Highest in 2024
Few things are more frustrating than returning to your car after a long day, only to find a bright yellow parking fine stuck to your windscreen. Researchers at National Scrap Car submitted Freedom of Information requests to local councils to analyse the latest data, uncovering the areas that issued the most Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) […]
Bacteria pump: The nation’s germy petrol stations
Petrol stations are one of the locations we visit weekly (even daily) without much thought. However, much like cash machines and public transport, the continuous use of petrol pumps by hundreds of people leaves a bacterial mark. In light of this, our vehicle experts here at National Scrap Car sought to reveal the hidden bacterial […]
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) 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 […]