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Scrap Car Prices January to March 2025

Posted on 4th Apr 2025 by Rebecca Currier

The first quarter of 2025 sees the average scrap car price fluctuate by just a few Pounds…

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Are Costs and Charging Putting You Off an Electric Car

Posted on 12th Mar 2025 by CarTakeBack

Most of us are happy to hear about the progression of ‘clean’ transport, but there are still some significant practical reservations about electric vehicles. We’re taking a look at cost and charging issues…

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Running Your EV Efficiently

Posted on 11th Mar 2025 by CarTakeBack

Simple ways to make your car charge last longer! Check out our top tips and use your EV as efficiently as possible…

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Is There A Vegan Car?

Posted on 24th Feb 2025 by CarTakeBack

Veganism is more popular than ever in the UK. But can a vegan lifestyle be reflected in the car you drive? There are plenty of ways you can help to make a difference with your car…

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Your Most Loved Cars

Posted on 13th Feb 2025 by CarTakeBack

We might scrap cars everyday, but we love them! And we know how sentimental you get about your old wheels. To celebrate Valentine’s Day we asked our customers and staff around the globe, what car they’ve owned that they’ve loved the most…

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New Year Spring Clean

Posted on 24th Jan 2025 by CarTakeBack

Making a fresh start for the New Year and having a big clear out? It can be good for your health and your bank balance! We’ve taken a look at the best way to approach your ‘Spring Clean’, why it’s important, and the cultural background to this global custom…

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2024 Scrap Car Price Review

Posted on 6th Jan 2025 by CarTakeBack

2024 has seen a steady decline in the value of scrap cars. We take a look at the change in value over the last year. Plus look at the top car models, colours and fuel types you’ve scrapped with us this year…

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Scrap Car Price Update December 2024

Posted on 2nd Jan 2025 by Rebecca Currier

2024 ends with a decrease to average scrap car prices. Find out more in our December update…

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