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  A vehicle is considered a total loss when it undergoes significant damage due to various events such as collisions, storms, fires, thefts and other types of catastrophic damage. Typically, a vehicle is declared a total loss by the insurance company when the vehicle is damaged to the point where the cost of repairs exceeds the vehicle’s value. But what exactly does this mean and what are the implications for the vehicle’s owner and potential buyers? Total Loss Vehicle   How is a Total Loss Vehicle Determined? The process of determining whether a vehicle is a total loss typically involves an inspection by the insurance company’s adjuster alongside the auto body repair shop. The adjuster will assess the damage to the vehicle and estimate the cost of repairs based on the replacement part costs, repair time, storage fees and repair related materials such as paint and primer. If the cost of repairs exceeds the vehicle’s value, the vehicle will be declared a total loss. At which ti...

  Auto insurance plays a role in owning a vehicle, offering security in case of   accidents , theft and unexpected situations. However, many drivers are facing a hike in their auto insurance costs causing frustration and financial challenges. Having insight into the factors influencing these increases can assist policy holders in navigating the situation and making well informed choices regarding their insurance.                                                                                  car insurance     Auto insurance policies   typically provide types of coverage such as liability, collision, comprehensive, personal injury protection and underinsured motorist coverage. These coverages shield drivers from liabilit...

  When it comes to   repairing or maintaining a vehicle , owners often have the option to choose between original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts and aftermarket or non-OEM parts. Each option has its own set of positives and negatives. We have consulted with a number of technicians with decades of experience to identify the benefits and drawbacks of using Non – OEM parts. The Truth Behind After-Market Auto Parts  But before we get into the details it is important to make note that not all parts are created equal. The quality of the products they produce relies highly on the following factors:   Advanced manufacturing and equipment Quality manufacturing usually involves using advanced manufacturing techniques such as CNC machining, injection molding, and laser cutting to achieve tight tolerances and consistent quality.   High quality standards To ensure consistent and precision built quality manufacturers must conduct rigorous testing and quality control ...

Before we start bashing on various unfortunate collision repair industry practices, we want to make it clear that we are people in the   automotive   industry and we want to make you aware that not all businesses are made the same. Some reputable shops may go above and beyond not only to do a quality job but also to make sure all components that need to be replaced as part of the collision repair are replaced with high quality parts. However, it is important to understand that not all of the shortcomings of the collision repair industry can be blamed on irreputable operators. There are a multitude of factors that may be at play. These factors that may have a great impact on the   vehicle repair   quality, out of pocket cost as well as the total amount of time it takes to restore the vehicle to its prior pre-collision condition. Essential Considerations for Post-Collision Vehicle Repairs Having had personal experience in the auto body industry I have witnessed some of...