Many people view breakdown insurance as unnecessary and expensive as they prefer to take the risk, but I am firmly of the opinion that for a small amount each week, I can drive as far as I want and anywhere I want without having to worry what will happen and who will pay if I break down.

As with all insurance it is about peace of mind and I want to be able to tootle up to Scotland for the day without worrying about the battery going flat and having to call in The Battery Guys or to be able to head to France for the weekend without giving a second thought as to whether it will conk out half way.

In reality, I have only ever had to call in the breakdown service twice, but both times it would have cost me considerably more if I had not been insured. (more...)

If you happen to be in possession of spare Car Parts for New and Used Cars and, for some reason, you don't need them yourself, then there are a variety of strategies by means of which you might go about disposing of them.

To begin with, you could sell them for scrap. This is really only a good option if you suspect the parts are no longer functional. A good, eco-friendly scrap dealer will ensure that the metal is reused in an efficient, environmentally-sound way.

However, if the spare parts are all in good condition and will continue to function effectively, then you will almost certainly be able to get more money for them if you sell them to either an auto-repair shop or to someone with a car for which the parts were designed. (more...)