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Touch Up Paint Why You Shouldn’t DIY
If your vehicle has minor scratches and scuffs, it may seem ideal to use touch-up paint yourself. While this may seem like a great money saving idea to get your car looking new again, it may be a better idea to leave it to the professionals. Inexpensive and fast don’t...
Vehicle to Vehicle Communication (V2V)
Vehicle to Vehicle Communication May End Traffic Jams Vehicle safety technology has improved greatly in recent years. Rear mounted radar alerts you of unseen objects immediately behind you. Automatic high-beam control will illuminate and dim your headlights for you....
DIY Vehicle Emergency Kit
Putting Together a Vehicle Emergency Kit for Winter Just as you would keep a first aid kit in the house or at your workplace, you should keep a vehicle emergency kit. It can be a lifesaver in case of extreme conditions. Preparing a vehicle emergency kit is necessary...
Winter Driving: Precautions and Preparations
How to Prepare for Winter Driving Winter driving presents unique challenges, so it’s crucial to take extra precautions to ensure your safety on the road. Follow these tips to prepare both yourself and your vehicle for icy and snowy conditions. Assess Road Conditions...
Holiday Travel Safety Tips
Holiday Travel Safety Tips As the holiday season approaches, families and loved ones prepare to gather and celebrate. This time of year often brings increased travel and traffic. To ensure your trip is both safe and worry-free, follow these essential holiday travel...
Motorcycle Braking Safety
Motorcycles can be quite the thrill, but without having the experience it may not be the safest means of transportation. We have put together some motorcycle braking safety tips to prepare you for a safer ride. With two wheels and high speed, you’re already at a...
Driving Safely During Deer Season
Driving Safely During Deer Season Deer season is upon us. That means those little critters are much more active. You may spot a pair of glowing eyes in the dusk, but it doesn’t mean much until they're 2 feet from the front of your bumper. It’s the most natural...
Do You Know Your Vehicle History?
Looking Into Your Vehicle History When purchasing a used vehicle, it's best to understand your vehicle history. It’s easy to get excited about something shiny and new. While a new car can be pretty, sound fast and have an awesome detail job, it’s what you can’t see...
So You’re the Victim of a Hit-and-Run
Hit-and-Run Claims: What to Do If you’ve become the victim of a hit-and-run, remain calm and resist the urge to chase the other driver—it's unsafe and won’t benefit your situation. 1. Ensure Safety and Document the Incident Initially, pull over safely and verify that...
What to Do if an Uninsured Driver Hits You
What to Do If You're Hit by an Uninsured Driver If you find yourself in a car accident, your first priority is to ensure everyone’s safety. Once you’ve confirmed that everyone is okay, follow these steps to handle the situation effectively: 1. Ensure Safety and...
Senior Driving Safety
Assessing Senior Driving Safety Driving safety isn’t a new topic for Car Struction. While we’re available as a reliable source for collision repair, we still encourage drivers of all ages to drive safely. But, senior driving safety is a topic that is often overlooked....
Why You Should Use a Tow Service Instead of Driving
Sometimes Paying a Tow Service Charge Saves you Money When you get into an accident, you know that the repairs are going to be expensive. And you may have an emergency fund, but you don’t necessarily want to use it on a tow service. Depending on the damage, you may...