Of all the “smart” devices that you own, your car is the smartest by far. Compared to your smartphone, your vehicle is Albert Einstein. Not only does your car detect that it has been in a collision, but it also is smart enough to alert us “where it hurts” after...
Auto Body Repair Facts
What Does ADAS Calibration Mean On My Collision Repair Estimate?
Almost all modern vehicles have some type of standard safety or “ADAS” equipment. “Advanced Driver Assistance Systems,” or more frequently called ADAS, are the latest smart features built into your car to avoid collision and increase your safety. These various safety features alert you through a complex system of cameras, radar, sensors and...
Does Your St. Louis Body Shop Know Where The OEM Welds Go? Guess Again.
If you are in need of collision repair, chances are that your car is going to require welding. Welding can be tricky business since different metals will react differently to heat. Many of our vehicles are being made with new types of metal and oftentimes, multiple types of metals. Here...
Why Do Dealers Check For Non-OEM Parts?
Used cars significantly outsell new car purchases more than you would think. Car dealers are constantly searching for good clean, vehicles between 2-3 years old to list as a certified pre-owned vehicle. Off-lease vehicles make the best candidates because they are usually low mileage, are traded in two to three...
Signs That You Might Have Received Bad Collision Repair
Whether you were recently in an auto accident or in need of collision repair, we know this can be an overwhelming process. With modern technology in cars becoming more complex, the repair costs seem to be climbing higher and higher. It’s natural that you have questions about the process. In fact, you...