Weather can be infamous for being unpredictable. Unfortunately, the weather can cause damage to your automobile. Rain, sleet, and snow can lead to collisions, and the weather itself can cause damage to your car. Hail is notorious for wreaking a car’s exterior, but wind can also be a factor. There are months in the year, where it has been very windy in Kansas City and the surrounding areas. Winds up to 40 miles per hour have been known to be reported for days on end. But how can wind damage your car? You just might be surprised by the many ways it can. Read more
When you think about wear and tear on your car, the engine usually comes to mind. How much mileage you put on your car determines when maintenance and repairs are due. But have you noticed the wear and tear on the outside of your car lately? Is it riddled with small dents and scratches caused by car doors banging up against it, shopping carts colliding with it, or even worse, a key scraped along the side? We promise not to ask what caused that! Keeping your car looking good on the outside makes you proud to drive it. And when it comes time to sell it or trade it in, the appearance is crucial. Read more
No one ever expects to get hit by a deer, but it can certainly happen, especially this time of year. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, over 1.5 million deer and car collisions occur every year in the United States. And with October through December being the height of their mating season, deer are very active. They also tend to migrate during this time frame. These factors lead to auto accidents and extensive damage to cars. It is estimated that deer and car collisions cost Americans over $1 billion in vehicle damage each year. Read more
As we have witnessed in recent weather events, water can be very dangerous. Since it is in our everyday lives, we don’t often think of its potential hazards. Water and roads, mixed with driving can be a deadly combination. Being aware of the dangers of wet roads and how you can protect yourself just might save you from an unfortunate situation. Read more
