Accidents happen. It’s an unfortunate fact of driving life. Most drivers will eventually be in some form of car accident over the course of their lives. While you can’t predict when you will be in an accident, you can prepare yourself and your car ahead of time in case that does happen. If you follow …
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It’s that time of year again – the time when the roads get icy and snowy and driving becomes more dangerous. One of the most common types of car accidents is the rear-end collision. Because rear-end collisions are so destructive to both health and property, it’s useful to go over the ways to avoid them, …
If your car is in an accident, one of the decisions you may be asked to make when you take it in for repair is whether you want to use OEM parts or aftermarket parts as replacements for what was damaged. If you don’t know what OEM or aftermarket parts are, we will explain that …
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Deer season runs from October through December. During these three months, deer are on the move, and they are much more frequently seen by or on highways or in suburban backyards. They also get into many more deer-car collisions at this time of year. Those collisions have serious consequences for drivers in terms of injuries …
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There’s nothing like a new paint job to make a car owner feel proud and excited about his vehicle. A flawless, fresh coat of paint makes a car look like a million bucks. New paint will increase its value and make it less vulnerable to the elements. However, getting a car painted is not a …
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Rust is a threat to any car owner who loves his vehicle. No one wants to see the telltale browning of rust begin to take hold on the edges of a car’s doors, bumper, or underside. It will ruin the look of your car and, if left unchecked, it can ruin your car’s functionality too. …
A clean coat of paint makes a huge difference in the appearance of any automobile. Whereas dings, scratches, or dents mar a car’s surface and ruin the look. Unfortunately, in the process of driving around or even parking in different locations, your car will be at risk for being scratched or dented. Even if you …
The good weather of summer is finally here, and we can all relax when driving, right? Not so fast. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, there is a higher risk of getting into a car accident during the summer months than during any other time of the year. Why is summer driving more …
You’ve gotten into a car accident. We’re sorry. This is never a pleasant experience for anyone. After you’ve contacted the police to report the accident, collected information from the other vehicle owners, and contacted your insurance company, you have one more decision to make: which body shop will you choose to do the work on …
You Decide Which Body Shop to Use, Not Your Insurance Company Read More »
Spring is finally here in West Michigan, and we have sunny days and warmer weather ahead to enjoy. Now that we can go outside again without completely bundling up, it’s time for spring cleaning and repair. Some cars can shake off the damage of winter with spring detailing. Other cars suffered more of winter’s dings, …
