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A woman in an SUV drives knowing that her ADAS was recalibrated

How Elmer’s Auto Body Ensures Your ADAS Is Recalibrated Properly

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are standard in most modern vehicles these days. Furthermore, ADAS do far more than you may realize. Features like lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking,
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A car that shows that driving with unrepaired collision damage is dangerous

The Real Risks of Driving With Unrepaired Collision Damage

Even a minor fender bender can leave your car with damages. Though it may only look cosmetic, the risk of driving with unrepaired collision damage is too high. Don’t let
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An auto body technician conducts a post-repair inspection.

The Hidden Costs of Skipping a Post-Repair Inspection

A second look can save you time and money after auto body repair. Getting your vehicle repaired is a critical step, but just because a car looks fixed doesn’t mean
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A damaged car awaits repairs. Will you choose a DRP shop or Elmer's Auto Body?

What to Do If Your Insurance Company Sends You to a DRP Shop (And You Don’t Want To Go)

After a car accident in New Jersey, your insurance company may “recommend” you to a specific auto body shop in their network. This is often called a Direct Repair Program
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An auto tech reviews the repair estimate before handing it to a client

How to Read a Repair Estimate Like a Pro

So you’ve recently been in an accident. Chances are you’ve also been handed some documents, including a repair estimate that’s full of technical terms, abbreviations, and other confusing jargon. At
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Communication is key. A mechanic speaks with a client during auto body repair.

Communication: How We Keep You in the Loop During Repairs—Without The Headache

After an accident, getting your vehicle repaired shouldn’t be an additional stressor. You’ve already been through a crash, so why do some insurance companies and repair shops leave you in
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A technician explains microfractures to a woman driver.

Understanding Microfractures: The Invisible Damage That Gets Missed

When you get into a car accident, it’s easier to focus on damage that you can see, such as dented panels, cracked bumpers, and shattered glass. Yet, there may also
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A woman wonders why her car feels off after collision repair.

Why Does My Car Still Feel Off After a “Complete” Repair?

After a car accident, you want to get your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. You also hope that once the work is done, it’s done. Your vehicle will look,
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When insurance refuses OEM parts, you can fight back.

What Happens When Insurance Refuses OEM Parts? Know Your Rights

After an accident, things tend to get confusing and frustrating. Not only are you dealing with the inconvenience of a damaged vehicle, you may also have injuries and other personal
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Two men looking at low insurance payout documents. A wrecked car is behind them.

How to Challenge a Low Insurance Payout After an Accident

After a car accident, you want to know that your insurance company has your back and will cover the costs of damages and injuries. But what happens when the settlement
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A woman tightly grips the steering wheel because structural repairs have affected how the car handles

Can Structural Repairs Affect the Way Your Car Handles on the Road?

When you are in an accident, there is always a chance that your vehicle sustains more than cosmetic damage. Often, repairs are a necessary step for drivers in South Jersey,
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A woman stares at her damaged car, wondering if she has a bent axle or suspension

What’s the Difference Between a Bent Axle and a Damaged Suspension After a Crash?

After an accident, you may find that your vehicle isn’t driving as smoothly as it did before. If you notice unusual vibrations, poor handling, or strange noises, you may have
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