With a custom paint job, you are not limited to the palette of colors you see so often on the road. Rather, you have access to literally hundreds of different color choices, and even more can be created by mixing up available hues.
Fog contributes to the risk of collision. Only 3% of weather-related crashes and 1% of all vehicle crashes, however, occur in foggy conditions according to data compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Looking to change the color of your car? This takes a lot more than just painting the outside. The interior of the door jams and similar locations have to be painted as well, all with careful masking. Fortunately, and auto body expert knows how to handle all the details.
Hydrolock damage typically occurs during rollover collision events. This is a condition where an incompressible liquid (usually water or coolant) is introduced into one or more cylinders of an internal combustion engine, causing immobilization or damage.
Despite what you may have heard, that “new car smell” won’t harm you. It does consists of over 50 volatile organic compounds. Thankfully, none of them are toxic.
Every year, there are about 6 million car accidents in the United States. The average repair time for vehicles is about four days. Make sure that you ask about a warranty on the repairs from the shop that you chose.
After paintwork has been performed on your car following a collision repair, do not apply wax to the new paint for sixty days. After that initial time period, it is recommended to wax twice a year for optimal protection.
If you are one of those unfortunate ones who has an older car and the paint job has begun to crack, peel, and flake off, we can completely remove it so you can begin the process of a quality paint job.
Your insurance company wants your vehicle properly repaired and wants you completely satisfied with their claim service. You have specific rights and obligations that you should be aware of. Look over your policy, and understand your rights.
When you're having a custom paint job applied to your car, the paint is carefully applied in multiple layers, which can take several days to complete correctly. Fortunately, you can rest assured knowing that your paint job will be flawless when it's done.
A vehicle safety inspection is recommended following any type of collision repair. This will help ensure that all damage was identified and fixed, and that all of your vehicle’s key safety features are working properly.
HVLP or high volume, low pressure spray paint guns are the best available for painting your vehicles. These guns emit less harmful emissions and are 65% more efficient. You’ll save on materials and the gun will last longer.
When your car has been damaged in an accident, in many cases it will have sustained damages that compromise the safety of its operation. It’s recommended that you have your vehicle professionally inspected and repaired following even the most minor of accidents.
When you’re restoring a classic car, you may discover that you can’t move forward until you’ve removed a certain coating. Let’s talk about how our coating removal methods can help you preserve the structure underneath.
More than 135 million cars drive on the streets, roads, and interstates in this country every day. Most car wrecks occur within three miles from these driver’s homes.
Up to 80% of all cars are finished with a one-component clear coat, but some customers prefer a two-component coating. Equal parts of a base and catalyst are mixed to create glossy, satin or flat finishes that are strong, durable and long lasting.
What four things should you do first after a vehicle collision? If you guessed: stop your car; turn off the engine and check your passengers and yourself for injuries, you're right.
An adhesion promoter is a type of automotive undercoat meant to ensure quality adhesion of future paint layers to the main surface. This is particularly helpful for plastic components of the vehicle.
If you’re like many Americans, your car represents the most expensive object you own, second only to your home. It’s vital, therefore, to choose an experienced collision repair shop to protect your family’s safety and your investment.
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.
Following a major collision, all suspension and mechanical components of the vehicle need to be thoroughly inspected. This way, they can be repaired or replaced as needed to ensure the vehicle’s continued safety and performance.
We recognize that damage to your vehicle’s body isn’t always something that will keep you from driving safely. That said, putting off body repairs could lead to more extensive bodywork requirements as time goes on.
