by Eric Reamer | Aug 5, 2026 | collision repair, Insurance, OEM Repair Procedures |
A fender bender rarely feels like a legal event. You exchange information. You file a claim. A few days later, an estimate lands in your inbox. It lists every part going back on your car. Most drivers sign off without a second thought. Nobody walks them through what...
by Eric Reamer | Jun 24, 2026 | collision repair, Insurance, OEM Repair Procedures
Required collision repairs can create confusion when the insurance estimate does not match the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions. That confusion matters. After an accident, many vehicle owners assume the insurance company decides what needs to be repaired. The...
by Eric Reamer | Apr 21, 2026 | Bodyshop Surprises, collision repair, OEM Repair Procedures
If your repair invoice says “OEM windshield glass,” most vehicle owners assume they received exactly that. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. In today’s vehicles, the difference between OEM windshield glass and aftermarket windshield glass can affect more...
by Eric Reamer | Apr 1, 2026 | Bumper Repairs, collision repair, OEM Repair Procedures
If your car has been in a collision, bumper repair safety may be the last thing on your mind — but it should be the first. Most drivers assume a repaired bumper is a safe bumper. General Motors says otherwise. GM recently released an official position statement making...
