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OEM Repair Procedures: What They Mean for Repairs

OEM Repair Procedures: What They Mean for Repairs

Understanding OEM repair procedures is crucial for vehicle safety, warranty protection, and maintaining resale value after repairs.

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Top 5 Auto Paint Protection Methods

Top 5 Auto Paint Protection Methods

Explore five effective methods to protect your car's paint from damage, ensuring it stays vibrant and retains its value.

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Post-Accident Checklist: Steps to Take After a Crash

Post-Accident Checklist: Steps to Take After a Crash

Learn essential steps to take after a car accident, including safety measures, documentation, and how to handle insurance claims effectively.

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6 Types of Collision Damage and Repair Methods

6 Types of Collision Damage and Repair Methods

Explore the different types of collision damage and effective repair methods to ensure your vehicle's safety and performance.

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Understanding Auto Glass Repair vs Replacement

Understanding Auto Glass Repair vs Replacement

Learn the essential differences between auto glass repair and replacement, including safety impacts, costs, and key factors for decision-making.

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Winter Car Damage: Prevention and Repair Tips

Winter Car Damage: Prevention and Repair Tips

Protect your car from winter damage with essential maintenance tips and repair strategies to avoid costly repairs.

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Common Auto Body Repair Questions Answered

Common Auto Body Repair Questions Answered

Learn the essential steps and costs of auto body repair, including insurance basics and tips for choosing certified shops after an accident.

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Paint Touch-Up vs. Complete Auto Repainting: A Guide

Paint Touch-Up vs. Complete Auto Repainting: A Guide

Learn how to choose between paint touch-ups and full auto repainting based on damage severity, costs, and long-term benefits.

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5 Steps to Choose a Reliable Auto Body Shop

5 Steps to Choose a Reliable Auto Body Shop

Learn essential steps to choose a reliable auto body shop for safe and long-lasting car repairs, ensuring quality service and parts.

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7 Warning Signs Your Car Needs Collision Repair

7 Warning Signs Your Car Needs Collision Repair

Learn the crucial warning signs that indicate your car needs collision repair to ensure safety and prevent costly damage.

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How to File an Auto Insurance Claim After an Accident

How to File an Auto Insurance Claim After an Accident

Learn essential steps for filing an auto insurance claim after an accident, from ensuring safety to documenting evidence and negotiating settlements.

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GM: How Bad Auto Body Repair Can Affect Your Safety Systems

GM: How Bad Auto Body Repair Can Affect Your Safety Systems

Your car has safety systems, known universally as ADAS- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. These cover everything from ABS brakes to Electronic Stability Control and up to more complex systems...

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Toyota To Body shops: OEM Position Statements Are A Direct Order, And Why That Matters

Toyota To Body shops: OEM Position Statements Are A Direct Order, And Why That Matters

An issue with the auto collision repair and the insurance industry seems to be the notion that OEM repair procedures are merely recommendations. They are not. Toyota procedures are...

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Why Toyota Cares So Much About the Quality of Your Auto Body Repair, And So Should You

Why Toyota Cares So Much About the Quality of Your Auto Body Repair, And So Should You

Toyota and the quest for brand loyalty after a repair Certain brands have very loyal followings, Volkswagen, Subaru, and Toyota come to mind. Toyota and Subaru are sold as long-lasting,...

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Why Ford Says You Cannot Use Aftermarket Windshields, And Why You Should Care

Why Ford Says You Cannot Use Aftermarket Windshields, And Why You Should Care

If you own a Ford and your repair involves installing a new windshield, you only have one approved option- use an OEM Ford windshield, and here is why. Ford...

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GM Is Specific ADAS Calibrations On Their Vehicles, Here’s How That Affects You

GM Is Specific ADAS Calibrations On Their Vehicles, Here’s How That Affects You

As the owner of a GM car about to get collision repair, you need to know that GM is very specific about their repair procedures. It is vital because not...

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Acura Recommends Using Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why You Should Care

Acura Recommends Using Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why You Should Care

We always follow the manufacturer's recommendations for collision repairs. If you’re in a collision and need to take your Acura to a shop for repairs, it only...

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Why Acura Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair and Why You Should Care

Why Acura Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair and Why You Should Care

Wheel reconditioning is very dangerous in collision repair. Acura is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves reconditioning. If you are...

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Why Buick Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and Why That’s Important to You

Why Buick Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and Why That’s Important to You

Auto manufacturers provide crucial information about collision repair in their position statements. In the auto body repair industry, we are provided with manufacturers’ Position Statements that describe each...

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Buick Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with ADAS: Here’s Why That’s Important

Buick Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with ADAS: Here’s Why That’s Important

Buick wants to protect your Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. When you take your Buick to a shop for repairs, it’s imperative that the shop follows the guidelines...

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Why Volvo Only Permits OEM Parts and How That Matters for Your Repair

Why Volvo Only Permits OEM Parts and How That Matters for Your Repair

OEM parts are the best replacement parts for your Volvo's collision repair. Volvo has issued a robust position statement explaining which parts it does and does not approve...

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Here's Why INFINITI Says You Should Not Use Aftermarket Parts in Collision Repair

Here's Why INFINITI Says You Should Not Use Aftermarket Parts in Collision Repair

New OEM parts are crucial in the repair of your INFINITI. When you take your INFINITI in for repairs, it is essential that you use dedicated INFINITI OEM replacement parts...

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Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Chevrolet

Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Chevrolet

Pre- and post-repair scans are necessary for getting your Chevrolet repair right. If your Chevy has been in a collision, there are very specific steps that an auto body...

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Cadillac Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair—Here’s Why That Matters

Cadillac Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair—Here’s Why That Matters

Salvage and recycled parts can't compare to OEM parts in collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position Statements” that instruct body shops in how to perform repairs on their...

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Why You Should Care That Ford Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair

Why You Should Care That Ford Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair

Wheel reconditioning is a very dangerous practice. Ford is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves reconditioning. If...

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Lincoln Approves Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Why That Matters to You

Lincoln Approves Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Why That Matters to You

Don't take a chance with the parts that make up the foundation of your Lincoln. It is common practice in our industry for each vehicle...

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Reconditioned Wheels Are Not Approved by Audi—Here's How This Can Affect Your Repair

Reconditioned Wheels Are Not Approved by Audi—Here's How This Can Affect Your Repair

Reconditioning threatens the structural integrity of your wheels. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of using various tools and...

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Why GMC Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and How That Affects You

Why GMC Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and How That Affects You

Never take risks with your GMC's air bags. In the auto body repair industry, we are provided with manufacturers’ Position Statements that describe each auto maker’s recommendations for how those...

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Why You Should Care That GMC Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Why You Should Care That GMC Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

It's necessary to use the best replacement parts to preserve your GMC's sophisticated ADAS. When you take your GMC to a shop for repairs, it’s imperative that the shop...

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Nissan Discourages the Use of Salvage or Recycled Parts—Why This Is Important for Your Repair

Nissan Discourages the Use of Salvage or Recycled Parts—Why This Is Important for Your Repair

Nissan is concerned about the reliability of salvage and recycled parts in collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position Statements” that instruct body shops in how...

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Why It Matters That Nissan Doesn’t Approve of Reconditioned Wheels

Why It Matters That Nissan Doesn’t Approve of Reconditioned Wheels

Wheel reconditioning is a dangerous practice in collision repair. Nissan is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves...

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Volkswagen Approves Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why You Should Care

Volkswagen Approves Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why You Should Care

Volkswagen is wary of aftermarket, recycled, and salvage replacement parts in structural repairs. It is common practice in our industry for each vehicle manufacturer to provide “Position Statements”...

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Reconditioned Wheels Are Not Approved by Volkswagen—Here’s How That Affects You

Reconditioned Wheels Are Not Approved by Volkswagen—Here’s How That Affects You

Volkswagen says that it's dangerous for you to drive on reconditioned wheels. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of using various tools...

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Why Cadillac Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and Why That Should Matter to You

Why Cadillac Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and Why That Should Matter to You

Preserve the integrity of your air bags so that they can deliver the utmost protection. In the auto body repair industry, we are provided with manufacturers’ Position Statements that...

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Why You Should Care That Cadillac Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Why You Should Care That Cadillac Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Cadillac wants your sophisticated ADAS to continue to function properly. When you take your Cadillac to a shop for repairs, it’s imperative that the shop follows the guidelines specified...

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Ford Approves Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why That’s Important

Ford Approves Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why That’s Important

Structural components offer additional protection in the event of a collision and require the right parts to work properly. It is common practice in our...

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Why Volvo Doesn’t Approve of Reconditioned Wheels and How This Can Affect Your Collision Repair

Why Volvo Doesn’t Approve of Reconditioned Wheels and How This Can Affect Your Collision Repair

Reconditioning can threaten the structural integrity of your Volvo’s wheels. Volvo is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves reconditioning. If...

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Why Chevrolet Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and Why That’s Important for Your Repair

Why Chevrolet Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and Why That’s Important for Your Repair

GM wants to maximize your safety with properly functioning air bags in your Chevy. In the auto body repair industry, we are provided with manufacturers’ Position Statements that describe...

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Why Chevrolet Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and Why You Should Care

Why Chevrolet Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and Why You Should Care

Your Chevrolet’s ADAS requires new OEM replacement parts in order to function as intended by GM. When you take your Chevy to a shop for repairs, it’s imperative that...

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Honda Recommends Only Using OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why That's Important

Honda Recommends Only Using OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why That's Important

Honda doesn’t want you to take any chances with your structural repairs. If you’re in a collision and need to take your Honda to a shop...

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Why Honda Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair and How This Affects You

Why Honda Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair and How This Affects You

Wheel reconditioning is a dangerous practice in collision repair. Honda is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves reconditioning. If...

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Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your GMC

Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your GMC

GM naturally wants body shops to be thorough when conducting repairs. If your GMC has been in a collision, there are very specific steps that an auto body shop needs...

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GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your GMC—Here’s Why They’re Right

GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your GMC—Here’s Why They’re Right

Using salvage parts on your structural repair just isn’t worth the risk. When you take your GMC to a body shop for collision repair, of course you’re going to want...

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Hyundai Does Not Approve of Wheel Reconditioning—Here’s Why That’s Important for Your Repair

Hyundai Does Not Approve of Wheel Reconditioning—Here’s Why That’s Important for Your Repair

Hyundai recognizes that wheel reconditioning is a dangerous and risky method of collision repair. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of...

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Why Nissan Requires OEM Air Bag Components and How This Affects You

Why Nissan Requires OEM Air Bag Components and How This Affects You

It makes no sense to cut corners with your Nissan's air bags. Most car manufacturers issue "OEM Position Statements" to car repair shops that outline their expectations...

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Why Nissan Says You Should Not Use Aftermarket Parts in Collision Repair and Why That Matters to You

Why Nissan Says You Should Not Use Aftermarket Parts in Collision Repair and Why That Matters to You

Nissan wants you to use the highest quality replacement parts in your repair. When you take your Nissan in for repairs, it is essential that you...

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Subaru Recommends Only Using OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why You Should Care

Subaru Recommends Only Using OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Here’s Why You Should Care

Subaru wants you to have the highest-quality repair and that means using the best replacement parts. If you're in a collision and need to take your Subaru to a...

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Why Subaru Does Not Approve of Wheel Reconditioning and Why That’s Critical for Your Repair

Why Subaru Does Not Approve of Wheel Reconditioning and Why That’s Critical for Your Repair

Wheel reconditioning in collision repair can lead to a whole host of problems. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of using...

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Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Cadillac

Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Cadillac

GM wants to ensure that your collision repair is done thoroughly. If your Cadillac has been in a collision, there are very specific steps that an auto body shop needs...

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Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and What That Means for Your Cadillac Repair

Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and What That Means for Your Cadillac Repair

GM warns that wheel reconditioning is a dangerous practice in collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases Position Statements explaining what methods of auto body repair they do or do...

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GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Cadillac—Here’s Why They’re Right

GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Cadillac—Here’s Why They’re Right

Salvage parts threaten the overall structural integrity of your Cadillac. When you take your Cadillac to a body shop for collision repair, of course you’re going to want the job...

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Why Mercedes-Benz Does Not Approve of Wheel Reconditioning and How This Affects You

Why Mercedes-Benz Does Not Approve of Wheel Reconditioning and How This Affects You

Reconditioning could compromise the structural integrity of your Mercedes’ wheels. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of using various tools and...

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INFINITI Discourages the Use of Salvage or Recycled Parts—Why This Is Important for Your Repair

INFINITI Discourages the Use of Salvage or Recycled Parts—Why This Is Important for Your Repair

INFINITI wants you to have the best replacement parts for your collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases "Position Statement" that instruct body shops in how to perform repairs on...

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Why You Should Care That INFINITI Doesn’t Approve of Reconditioned Wheels

Why You Should Care That INFINITI Doesn’t Approve of Reconditioned Wheels

Wheel reconditioning is a dangerous and risky practice of collision repair. INFINITI is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves reconditioning. If you...

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INFINITI Requires OEM Air Bag Components: How This Impacts Your Collision Repair

INFINITI Requires OEM Air Bag Components: How This Impacts Your Collision Repair

INFINITI says you shouldn’t take chances with the condition of your air bags. Most car manufacturers issue “OEM Position Statements” to car repair shops that outline their...

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Why It’s Important for You That Lincoln Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair

Why It’s Important for You That Lincoln Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair

Lincoln recognizes that wheel reconditioning is a dangerous method of repair. Lincoln is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves...

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Why GMC Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts and How This Affects Your Repair

Why GMC Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts and How This Affects Your Repair

General Motors wants you to have the best replacement parts for your GMC. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position Statements” that instruct body shops in how to perform repairs on...

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Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your GMC

Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your GMC

Reconditioning compromises the structural integrity of your wheels. Nearly every car manufacturer releases Position Statements explaining what methodsof auto body repair they do or do not recommend. While some...

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Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Buick

Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Buick

GM wants to make sure that your Buick is repaired thoroughly. If your Buick has been in a collision, there are very specific steps that an auto body shop needs...

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GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Buick—Here’s Why They’re Right

GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Buick—Here’s Why They’re Right

GM wants you to use only the best replacement parts on your Buick. When you take your Buick to a body shop for collision repair, of course you’re going to...

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Why GM Rejects Reconditioned Wheels and How This Affects Your Chevrolet Repair

Why GM Rejects Reconditioned Wheels and How This Affects Your Chevrolet Repair

Wheel reconditioning is never a good idea in collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases Position Statements explaining what methods of auto body repair they do or do not recommend...

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Why Buick Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and Why That’s Important

Why Buick Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and Why That’s Important

The right replacement parts can make all the difference. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position Statements” that instruct body shops in how to perform repairs on their vehicles to the...

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GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Chevrolet—Here’s Why You Should Care

GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Chevrolet—Here’s Why You Should Care

Preserve the structural integrity of your Chevy by using only the best replacement parts. When you take your Chevy to a body shop for collision repair, of course you’re going...

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Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your Buick

Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your Buick

GM doesn't want you to jeopardize your safety with reconditioned wheels. Nearly every car manufacturer releases Position Statements explaining what methods of auto body repair they do or do not...

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Why Chevrolet Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and How This Affects You

Why Chevrolet Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and How This Affects You

GM wants your Chevy to have the most reliable replacement parts. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position Statements” that instruct body shops in how to perform repairs on their vehicles...

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Caring for Your Car's New Paint Job

Caring for Your Car's New Paint Job

You've just spent a lot of money on getting your car's paint job redone, so now it's time to take care of it!

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Tips for Avoiding Road Rage

Tips for Avoiding Road Rage

Road rage is a dangerous phenomenon that can lead to aggressive driving, car accidents, and even violence.

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How to carry out electrical diagnostics of a car

How to carry out electrical diagnostics of a car

In every car there are different electrical systems that must work together in order for the vehicle to operate properly.

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4 Best Auto Repair Products

4 Best Auto Repair Products

You want to keep your car in the best possible shape, but you don’t want to spend a fortune doing it. Check out this list of four great options!

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Check Engine Light False Alarms

Check Engine Light False Alarms

Most people dread the moment they see the check engine light turn on in their car. It usually means a costly trip to the mechanic.

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Valve Cover Gasket Leak Repair

Valve Cover Gasket Leak Repair

A valve cover gasket leak can be a serious issue for your car. If you don't take care of it, it can cause engine damage and oil leaks

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