We all know motor vehicle crashes can cause injuries and fatalities. That's why enhanced safety features on newer vehicles are so important. Care to guess how many motor vehicle related injuries occurred in the U.S. during 2013? That would be 2.31 million.
It’s important to remember that just because something is a paint option for your car doesn’t mean it will look the way you’d hoped. If you aren’t sure about whether what you’re asking for will look quite right, we’re always available to provide our professional opinion.
Always be prepared. It is highly recommended that you keep a disposable camera and a pen and paper in your vehicle in case you are involved in an automobile accident. That way, you can take photos of the scene and of the damages.
A clear bra is not a type of lingerie, but essentially a plastic wrap for delicate regions of your car such as front end components and side mirrors. It was originally developed to protect military helicopter blades during the Vietnam War.
While it may seem counter-intuitive, and lead to more expensive repairs, unibody construction is one of the major innovations in automobile safety. The design absorbs and distributes the shock of impact, protecting drivers and passengers during a collision.
When deciding what color to have your car painted, pick a bright color if visibility or originality is a priority for you. Paint colors come in every color of the rainbow, and the most visible car colors are green, yellow, orange, and red.
Over 85% of all reported automobile crashes where a teenager was involved and responsible for the accident stated that “driver error” was attributed for the cause. Not speed. Not drugs. Not alcohol.
Many auto insurance companies will offer incentives to car owners who have PPF installed on their new car or truck. In fact, auto insurance companies love the benefits of PPF and this usually positively impacts coverage costs.
Never drive a car that can be unsafe or dangerous to operate due to damages sustained by an accident. It is always recommended to have your vehicle towed to the repair shop after an accident.
The first automatic welder was created by General Motors in 1961. They named this robot the Unimate, it featured a two ton arm that was motorized. This arm allowed it to spot weld by following commands stored on a magnetic drum.
Car collisions can occur anytime and anywhere, but certain trends are evident. In general, more vehicle crashes occur on weekends than weekdays, and fewer accidents occur on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to other days.
Custom enamel car paint is “baked” on and forms a hard shell. Though enamel paint does not apply as easily as most lacquer paints, these paints are longer lasting and do not chip as easily. Many custom enamels are single-stage systems, meaning that they do not require a clear coat. Two-stage enamels require a separate clear coat applied after the initial paint dries.
Can you name the major types of vehicle collisions occurring on U.S. roadways? In no particular order they are: head-on, road departure, side impact, rear end, sideswipe, single car, roll-over and multi-vehicle.
In auto painting, prep or undercoat finishes are essentially primers, meaning that they are used to prepare the surface of the vehicle for painting. Basically, the primer will help the car paint to better adhere to the vehicle by creating a binding layer to bond to the paint.
According to traffic and safety experts, the number of auto collisions spikes on the first snowy day of each winter season. Typically the figure levels off as the season progresses and drivers regain their winter driving abilities.
Did you know that the temperature difference between a black car and a light-colored car parked under the sun can be quite drastic? A black car's surface temperature can be as much as 55 degrees warmer than its light-colored counterpart.
Be very cautious if you are driving a car that was recently involved in a collision. Aside from being potentially extremely dangerous for you and the other drivers on the road, your insurance company isn’t liable for any further damages.
MIG welding is typically used for small to large manufacturing, fabrication, and auto body. The benefits for this type of welding are that there is a lower heat inputs, minimal weld clean up and that it’s the easiest to learn.
When it comes to collision repairs, the selection of high quality materials is more important than you might think. High-grade parts used in the repair ensure both durability as well as the best fitment possible to restore your vehicle to its factory look.
Stripping rubberized bumpers can be problematic. If the wrong material is used, the rubber will warp and need replacing. The only material that will safely strip these parts without inflicting residual damage is baking soda.
You may have the repair shop of your choice perform all of the repair work to your vehicle. You are not required to use a shop that was selected by a claims adjuster. You do have to give your insurance company reasonable time to inspect the damage, though.
Have you always wished there was a way to help your classic auto truly stand out from the crowd? A custom paint job may be the best way to do that. Let’s talk about the paint jobs that look best on your type of vehicle and which appeals most to you.
