Posted on 12/22/2022
Cars are incredibly vulnerable to dents, but why? This blog post will explore why cars are prone to dents and the essential steps you should take after an accident. Why Are Cars Prone to Dents? There are many reasons why cars are susceptible to dents. These are: Are made of metal: Metal is incredibly malleable and can easily be manipulated by an external force, making it easier to dent. Weather conditions: Driving in bad weather can increase the chances of hitting objects or debris that could cause dents. Age and material: Older cars are made with thinner metals, which are easier to dent than newer, thicker metals. Parking: When parking, it's easy to miscalculate the distance between objects and your car, resulting in dents caused by bumps or scrapes. The Most Common Types of Dents Door Dents The most common type of dent in cars, door dents, are usually caused by another vehicle opening the ... read more
Posted on 12/16/2022
Honda Certified Body Shop Or Insurance Direct Repair Preferred Shop You want your vehicle to be repaired safely and correctly when you're involved in a car accident. A Honda-certified body shop is an excellent first place to start looking for a repairer. But not so fast! If the body shop you choose is also in partnership with your insurance company, you may discover a massive conflict of interest. That happened with a customer who brought his late-model Honda vehicle to an OEM-certified body shop. What he got back "after the repair," was a classic case of an insurance Direct Repair Program (DRP) nightmare! He also called to ask the insurance adjusters Industry Standard Repairs in the marketplace. The car was side-swiped. It was just a simple Scratched & Dent Bumper Repair job. However, it's not the job of a Body Shop (or insurance company) to "imagine." It is their job to investigate and properly repair the vehic ... read more