Collision Center Blog

Preventative Maintenance: Keeping Your Car’s Body in Top Shape

Regular maintenance is essential to ensure your car runs smoothly, but it’s not just about what’s under the hood. The body of your vehicle also requires attention and care to maintain its appearance and structural integrity. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the importance of preventative maintenance for your car’s body and provide you with…

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Dealing with Insurance After an Accident: A Guide for Car Owners

Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. Dealing with insurance companies to get your vehicle repaired and your medical bills covered adds another layer of complexity. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the steps and considerations involved in dealing with insurance after an accident, helping you navigate…

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Choosing the Right Auto Body Shop: What You Need to Know

Selecting the right auto body shop is a crucial decision for vehicle owners who require repairs or maintenance. Your car’s safety, appearance, and long-term value depend on the quality of work performed by the chosen body shop. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the essential considerations and steps to help you make an…

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Collision Repair Process: What Happens in the Body Shop?

Being involved in a car collision can be a stressful experience. After ensuring everyone’s safety and exchanging information, the next step is often getting your damaged vehicle repaired. Understanding the collision repair process can help alleviate some of the stress and uncertainty. In this guide, we’ll take you through the steps that occur in the…

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The Impact of Weather on Your Car’s Body

Weather plays a significant role in the wear and tear of your vehicle. From scorching summers to freezing winters, your car’s body is constantly exposed to the elements. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how different weather conditions can affect your car’s body and what you can do to protect it. 1. Introduction The Unseen…

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The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Your Car’s Paint Job

When it comes to our cars, we often focus on the engine, the interior, or the latest gadgets and features. However, one aspect that often goes overlooked is the car’s paint job. Your car’s paint not only adds to its aesthetic appeal but also serves as a protective layer against the elements. In this comprehensive…

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How to Care For New Automotive Paint After a Paint Job or Repair

Your car may receive a new layer of paint after an automotive repair or just because your old paint was faded, chipped, cracked or otherwise damaged. After you receive a new paint job on your vehicle, it is important to understand that it can take 30 to 90 days for the paint to fully harden…

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The Downsides to Getting Your Car Repaired at Home or In a Parking Lot

Autobody repair companies are offering to come to your home or place of work and repair your car in your garage, driveway, or parking lot. While some reputable companies do offer this service for minor repairs, most people who offer this service are known as parking lot sharks. They typically are not properly licensed or…

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An Inside Look at why Auto Repairs are Worth Every Penny and Then Some

Most drivers are tempted to continue driving after a minor accident or mechanical issue simply because professional repair takes time and money.  Though no one wants to pay for auto repair, doing so is in your interest both in terms of personal safety and personal finance.  Here’s a quick look at why professional auto repair…

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The Perils of DIY Auto Repairs After a Collision

If you are involved in an auto accident, don’t fall into the trap of attempting a do-it-yourself (DIY) repair.  Even if you are good with your hands and know a lot about cars, your attempt at a DIY auto repair is likely to compound the problem and lead to more frustration.  Furthermore, it is also…

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