Structural parts include floor elements, body panels, frame rails, and more that basically hold your vehicle together.
Category: Ford Owners
Why You Should Care That Ford Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair
Ford Motor Company does not approve the remanufacturing/refinishing of steel or aluminum wheels when it involves re-machining, re-plating, welding, bending, straightening, reforming or adding new material other than cosmetic coatings, as this can compromise the structural integrity of the wheel and safety of the vehicle.
Why Ford Says You Cannot Use Aftermarket Windshields
Ford recently advised repair shops to use OEM windshield and side glass, warning that aftermarket glass could affect vehicle safety first of all, and it could compromise the built-in comfort technology by introducing wind noise, rattles, or leaks in the cabin.
Why You Should Care What Ford Says About The Tools Used On Aluminum Vehicles
Aluminum is a bit more fickle to repair than steel. Aluminum can be welded, but heat makes it brittle, and so does hammering on it. It can crack and break if it's repaired the wrong way.
OEM Certification: The New Normal For Collision Repair
We're here to let New Jersey drivers know what a shop means when they say they're OEM Certified and just how important it is when getting your car repaired.
How Long Will It Take To Repair My Car In Southern New Jersey?
Getting your car repaired after an accident is one of the most stressful things a person can experience. You already have to deal with insurance, lack of a vehicle, and perhaps even some injuries. So how long will it take to repair your car at an auto body repair shop,...
57% of Car Owners say ADAS Prevented A Crash
A recent Consumer Reports study found 57% of its participants linked to 72,000 vehicles states that at least one ADAS system protected them from a car accident. Almost every car you see on today’s road is equipped with some type of advanced driver safety feature. The Insurance Institute for Highway...
WHY WE REFUSE TO FIX CARS ANY OTHER WAY BUT THE OEM WAY
OEM repairs are the best repairs you can get for your car because the parts put on your car are straight from the factory. When shops earn the OEM Certification for a car manufacturer, that means they repair those type of vehicles precisely as the manufacturer tells them and uses...
Why Is Collision Repair in Southern New Jersey So Expensive Today?
Probably the most significant impact on auto repair costs in the last couple of years has been the rise of ADAS systems in even the most basic models in just about every car manufacturer.
How does Ford’s position on clear coat blending affect South Jersey drivers?
When we paint a panel we will sometimes utilize is a technique called blending where we blend the new base coat paint into the existing paint to create a visually imperceptible repair.