Knowing Where to Bring Your Car for Repairs

Everybody knows how cars play an integral function in our lives. It has given us a very efficient and dependable means of transportation to go to different places without much of a hassle. That is why we take care of our cars much like we take care of babies. Great care should be given to them making sure that they are always running smoothly.

If you strictly follow the manufacturer’s guide on when to bring in your car to the auto shop for regular maintenance and checkups, you are sure that all parts of the car are in good working condition. Well-maintained cars are much more pleasant to use because we know that there is a less chance that we might encounter any problems on the road.

However, no matter how much care we give to our cars, accidents on the road can happen. You will never know when it will come to you but it is best to be prepared for it. One preparation step that we can take is to know which auto shop to bring the car to. Each auto shop has its own specializations and knowing what the shop specializes in is a must before bringing the car there for repairs. This will save you time, money and resources.

If you suddenly find yourself in the middle of a car collision accident that requires major body repair of your car or even if all your car needs is a windshield repair, it is best to bring the car for repairs to a car shop that can do all the jobs needed to restore the car almost to its original state. Car restoration is one aspect in auto repair that gains a lot of respect. If the shop can give you your car back as if the accident did not happen, you can say that that shop is one of the best there is for body repair. You would not have any qualms about recommending them to other people because your car is a testament to their doing their job really well.

Of course, aside from the great technical service that you get from your shop, that is just one aspect of the whole transaction. It will be a major plus if the auto shop you are dealing with has great customer service. Nowadays, it takes more than technical skill to run a business because if you cannot keep your customers happy with the way you deal with them, then chances are you will lose them.

There are other auto shops that offer the same kind of services to motorists and car owners. Every shop can claim that they have all the technical skills needed to restore your car to its former glory. The question now is how they deal with the customer. From which shop will you have the best and hassle free experience while getting your car fixed? These are just two of the things that you need to check on when planning to have any repairs or replacements done with your car. But you can never tell if they are really good until you try out their service. There are also testimonials from former customers that you can look into. If you are living in the vicinity of San Mateo, you may have heard of shops like D&D Body Shop. But then, as said earlier, don’t just take our word for it. You have to experience and enjoy the service yourself.

Car Problem Solved With D&D Body Shop

As a working woman who has to send three kids to school every day, my car is one of the most important things in my life, and that's no exaggeration! Just imagine the hours I save on my daily commute because I drive myself to work instead of taking the bus. Besides, with everybody in a hectic pace every single day, the time I spend with my kids on the car while driving them to school is just the right amount of quality time I can spend with them, exchanging bits of news of their school activities, their friends, and other trivial matters. It may be negligible for some, but for me, it's perhaps the longest time I get to spend with them, because they're practically too busy with homework or talking with their friends on the phone once I get home from work in the evenings. So, yes, I have to thank my car for not just my smooth sailing professional life, but also for giving me time to do a little bonding with my kids.

So, just imagine my horror when I rammed right into a backing car when I was about to leave my office building's parking lot a week ago. Eager to get home after a day's work, I was raring to get home when out of nowhere, this car was backing into the empty parking slot beside me. Alas, the driver may have overshot, not seeing that I was about to get out in the spot beside the place where he was about to park in. The left side of his car's bumper had a huge dent, and as for me, my right headlights were visibly cracked, not to mention there was a very visible dent in my right fender. 

So, after profuse apologies from either camp with both of us assuring each other that it was an accident and really nobody's fault, we exchanged numbers and promised each other that we will get everything straightened out with the insurance companies the next day. But then, I realized I need a body shop ASAP. It's a risk to drive home with a damaged headlight in the evening without any traffic cops telling me to pull to the side. I don't think it's a risk I'm willing to take, so I called my husband on my cell phone to see what I should do.

Good thing, hubby quickly answered and told me that yes, I do need to get the car fixed in a collisionrepair shop the soonest. And not just in any shop, but in D&D Body Shop on N.Amplett Blvd. It got me into wondering why I can’t just go into any body shop and have the whole thing over and done with. He replied that I might as well go with the best collision repaircenter in the area, with the best facilities and equipment. Besides, why should I settle for less when I can have my car repaired by I-CAR Gold certified professionals?

And so I hastily went to D&D Body Shop and luckily did not get caught by the police that I was driving with a wonky headlight. I went in and I have to say, I was impressed with the way my car was repaired. It was practically restored into its brand new glory! I have to say, I appreciate the difference of having a car that not only looks new, but actually feels new too. 

Now, I am driving my car looking and feeling as good as new, thanks to D&D Body Shop. I’ve never been relieved to have my car returned to me and continue my convenient and fulfilled life!

Getting a Fresh Start With a New Car

If there's anyone who is qualified to give advice to people who are owning their first car, that would definitely be me. I had my first car at age 22, fresh out of university, and I then relocated from the Midwest to California. So yes, I was a girl in a new city and had to buy myself a car from the money I got as graduation presents. Without a lot of help from friends and family, I ventured out into the world, and what an adventure it was (and still is)!

The thing about starting a new existence so far from everything familiar to you your entire life is that you have to be a full-blown adult. With every liberty and ounce of independence you experience in living by yourself, you are also given a lot of responsibilities you need to fulfill. 
Most, if not all of the time, there's no one and nothing to guide you on how to deal with these responsibilities.  From car body repair to paying off your student loans and setting up your utilities in your first apartment, these things are matters you have to deal by yourself, and in most cases without a lot of help from other people.

So, here I am, ready to dispense advice on the things you need to remember so that you can have an easy time with your first car. Think of it as details I got from experience that I hope can help some people also venturing out into their own adventures:

Make sure you have all the paperwork intact.

First thing you need to be on the lookout for is the compatibility of your vehicles with the laws of your state. Make sure you have diligently taken care of all the paper work, that they are done according to state regulations and approved according to its statuary requirements. If you are buying a new car in a state you’ve just moved into, have everything in place – license, registration, and insurance for both you and the car. If it is a used car, it is of utmost importance that you get the papers of the vehicle bear your name. Also make sure that the vehicle is registered in your new state and city. This is especially true if you are transferring to a new state. Make sure that if you are bringing your car from your old state, your license and registration is in your new state within the first week.

Wise driving gets you places.

A new car or driving around a new city is definitely an exciting and exhilarating experience. But then, for some, it can also be overwhelming, which may lead to reckless driving habits. These habits ultimately contribute to the performance and life of your car. Thus, revving up and accelerating in excess may make the car conk out in the long run. Being careful with your car also means you may need to be careful with your driving. Obviously, the wiser and more careful you are when you drive, the longer you can expect your car to last.

Get a reputable car restoration service.

Yes, you do have a body shop tied to your insurance, but to really have peace of mind, do have an expert shop that you have actually visited and can vouch for their impeccable service. For me, it’s D&D Body Shop, since I’ve been in San Mateo from the start of my move to California. I have visited their facilities, and they have I-CAR GOLD-certified technicians ready to solve any vehicle restoration concerns from windshield repair to paint detailing, the whole works! They can repair American, European, and even Japanese car models.

Hopefully, getting your first car will usher in more memorable experiences in your fun and adventure-filled new life!