If you have a busy schedule and you don’t have time to squeeze in scrapping your car yourself, don’t worry! Although there are strict regulations surrounding the scrap market, as long as you follow procedure and have a lawful reason why someone needs to scrap the car for you, you should have no trouble getting someone else to scrap your car.
To find out what information you will need, keep reading this blog!
Almost 1 in 4 drivers say that absolutely nothing would convince them to make the switch to an electric car, with the reasons cited being high upfront costs, long charging times and range limitations. But what are the benefits of switching to an electric car? Are they really that expensive and inconvenient?
This blog will go through the pros and cons of electric vehicles so that you can make an educated decision on what type of car is best for you and your lifestyle.
SHORT ANSWER: Yes, you can sell a damaged car – but you will probably need to speak with your insurer first.
If you can’t afford to repair your damaged car, you may be wondering whether you can sell it on for some extra cash. Generally speaking, it’s perfectly legal to sell a damaged car as long as you are honest and upfront with the buyer about the vehicle’s condition.
However, if your insurer has declared the car a write-off, selling it to someone else may not be an option. Read on to learn more!
If your car is at the end of its lifespan and any repairs will cost more than the vehicle is worth, it may be time to consider stripping it down and selling its useable parts for some extra cash! This blog will go over why it can be a good idea to strip a car for parts and what key considerations you should keep in mind during the process. Let's get started!
After holding the top spot for a number of years, we can now confirm that the Ford Focus has been bumped down to second place for the most scrapped car in 2025.
Dethroning the Ford Focus is the Vauxhall Astra, making up 6% of all scrapped cars in the UK in 2025!
If your old car is on its last legs and you fancy treating yourself to a newer model, you may be wondering: when is the best time of year to buy a new car? This blog will go over the best times to purchase a new car so that you can avoid busy periods and times of year with poor stock selection and high prices. Let’s get started!
If your car has been written off, failed its MOT or is simply too expensive to repair, you may be considering selling it for scrap. At A&L Vehicle Recycling, we understand that knowing a rough timeframe of how long the scrapping process will take is useful, especially if you need to fit scrapping your car around your work and other responsibilities.
That is why we have created this blog post to give you a rough idea of how long it will take from when you request your scrap car quote, to when you receive the money in your bank account! Let’s get started!
If your car is old, damaged or non-running, you may be wondering: is my car worth more as scrap than selling or repairing it? There are several factors that contribute to the price paid for a scrap car, and we will explore in these in this blog so that you can make the right decision for your car (and your bank account!).
