How to choose a body shop?
Car accidents can befall unwary victims at any time. After taking care of any personal injuries you may have suffered, taking care of your car's injuries should be next.

It is important to recognize the safety hazards associated with driving an improperly repaired vehicle. Today's unibody cars have much advancement that did not exist a few years ago.

As automakers introduced new technology, equipment and technical training needed to repair vehicles have changed as well. When looking for a quality collision repair shop, keep the following in mind.

A shop will need a three-dimensional measuring system to measure height, width and length of the car's structure. Vehicles must be repaired to factory measurements; and in most cases, that means within three millimeters!

Avoid shops that are not clean, neat and well lighted. This tells a lot about the owner's attitude and work habits. If you feel comfortable while visiting a shop, chances are that you will be satisfied with its work. Check for the shop's written guarantee and make sure the shop has technical reference manuals needed to repair your vehicle.

The technology and materials that go into today's vehicle make specialized knowledge a must. Also look for signs and certificates that indicate the shop's attitude toward training.