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News & Advice

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Can a body shop hold your car
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Can a body shop hold your car?

When you get your car repaired at an auto body shop, you usually sign an agreement that states in the fine print that the auto body shop can hold your car until the bill is paid in full. Of course,…
Can I sue a body shop for taking too long
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Can I sue a body shop for taking too long?

You can attempt to sue anyone for anything these days. But seeing an auto body shop for taking too long would be hard to maintain in a court, especially since most shops that take longer than quoted will have documented…
How much does body shop work cost
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How much does body shop work cost?

Rates for auto body work are all over the place all over the country. Hourly rates for body work are generally cheaper than a mechanic for the same job, but sometimes people don’t know the true extent of how much…
Should I fix my car at the dealership
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Should I fix my car at the dealership?

Dealerships aren’t always perfect on price or quality. Small private auto body shops are capable of doing the same repairs as the big dealerships. Just get a quote at both to compare before deciding.
Why is car body work so expensive
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Why is car body work so expensive?

The equipment necessary invested in the proper equipment, technicians and ongoing training needed to work on the vehicles, especially new cars, makes a difference and car prices vary by make and model and manufacturer. Auto body shops also come with…
What is collision damage coverage
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What is collision damage coverage?

It is insurance that covers you and your vehicle in case you have an accident that is deemed your fault. If you only have “liability only’ insurance, where you are deemed at fault for the accident, then your insurance company…
What happens when you damage a rental car
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What happens when you damage a rental car?

If you damage a rental car and got the coverage from the company, then it would be covered. Some insurance companies cover you no matter what car you are driving. For example if you are driving your friends car, then…
Should I drop collision insurance on my car
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Should I drop collision insurance on my car?

Ask anyone who has been in an accident and lost their car. Having insurance protects you and
When should I remove collision coverage
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When should I remove collision coverage?

If you have a loan on the vehicle, it is almost always mandatory because the lender wants that car covered in case you wreck it.
What do you do if your car is totaled and you have no collision insurance
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What do you do if your car is totaled and you have no collision insurance?

If you were deemed at fault in the accident, then you are responsible for fixing the car at your own out-of-pocket expense.