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...
Tag: OEM repair
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...
Why You Actually Want To See “Destructive Weld Testing” On Your St. Louis Auto Body Estimate
If you look at your repair estimate and see the line item “destructive weld testing,” you might not know exactly what that means and what that involves. You may honestly questions seeing the word “destructive” and think that doesn't sound like it's something you would want in relation to getting...
Problems We Have Found With Mazda Soul Red Crystal Chipping Paint: Information For St. Louis Drivers
If you are the owner of a Mazda vehicle with the Soul Red Crystal paint, you may or may be aware of the major problems owners with this colored Mazda are facing across the country. We all know looks can be deceiving, which is why we at Hunter Auto Body...