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Driving Industry Standards – ISO Accreditation’s

In June 2019 Hills Salvage & Recycling Ltd, in line with our commitment to the delivery of a high-quality market leading service to our customer/supplier population, took the unprecedented decision to challenge ourselves to attain three international standards, all at the same time. We took this decision to further enhance our commitment to quality and the environment as well…

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Top Tips for Driving in the Snow

.As we brace ourselves for potentially more snow in the coming weeks it is essential that you make sure your car is ready equipped for the hazards of driving in the snow.  Simple things like checking your tyres tread can all be beneficial in making sure you are safe when driving in such conditions. The legal minimum tread depth…

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Are Your Tyres Legal?

The legal minimum tread depth for cars in the UK is 1.6mm. Without an adequate amount of tread depth your tyres may not be bale to perform properly in wet conditions, you should always really replace your tyres before they reach the legal minimum. To add to this you follow a risk of up to £2,500 in fines and…

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Should You Buy Used Tyres?

Like most things tyres wear out over time and an unexpected puncture or pothole can cause a massive headache for anyone. To put it plainly eventually anyone who drives a car will have to decide on buying some new tyres for their car. It can be quite daunting as to how much a new set of tyres could cost…

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How To Correctly Scrap Your Car

So your old pride and joy has finally given up and it’s time to move on. Have you ever thought about giving your old car a new life through a car scrappage scheme? Scrapping your old car is actually quite easy to do for someone who has never done such a thing before. Especially if you use a company…

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Buying Parts off eBay – Must Know Tips!

Here are some top tips for buying parts off of eBay. Know Your Seller There are so many sellers on eBay for used car parts it can always be quite a daunting experience with so many options. Be careful who you choose to purchase from, just because the part is cheaper doesn’t mean it will be in the same…

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How can I find car parts near me?

A common problem amongst people looking for car parts is how soon they can get there parts and the best places to get parts near to them. The biggest problem is using someone on eBay who isn’t a certified seller. This can lead to a number of problem such as a slow dispatch and delivery, this can take up…

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Journey to the Moon – Farewell Delivery Van!

Today marks the day in which we said goodbye to one of our longest serving delivery vans. After clocking up a grand total of 225,000 miles, enough miles to travel to the moon! We decided it was time for her to hang up her boots(or wheels). From delivering parts all over the UK every day the van has clocked…

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Company Update – New Machinery Additions!

Some exciting news as we continue to move forward within the industry. We are very excited to have added to our continuously growing fleet of machinery and delivery vans. We have added 2 new transporters, a new forklift as well as multiple new delivery vans to add to our fleet. Enabling us to continue to give a exceedingly impressive…

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Finding the Right Tyre Size – Tyre Size Explained

Tyre Size Explained – How to find the Right Tyre With thousands of tyres available, choosing the right tyre for your vehicle and individual driving needs may seem frustrating. In this guide ‘Tyre Size Explained’ we will tell you everything you need to know. Tyre Size Firstly, discover your vehicle’s tyre size. You can find this on your tyre…

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