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Top Auto Body Problems in Arizona’s Harsh Climate

Top Auto Body Problems in Arizona’s Harsh Climate

Navigating the harsh and unforgiving desert climate of Arizona poses unique challenges for car owners, particularly when it comes to maintaining the auto body of their vehicles. The relentless sun, extreme temperatures, and occasional sandstorms can take a significant...

Rising Complexity in EV Auto Body Repair

Rising Complexity in EV Auto Body Repair

The rising difficulty and cost of repairing electric vehicles (EVs) is attributed to several factors: Increased complexity: Newer EVs, particularly SUVs and trucks, have more complex designs compared to traditional gasoline cars. This complexity makes repairs more...

Recycled Rides A Local Auto Body Shop Gives Back

Recycled Rides A Local Auto Body Shop Gives Back

By Michelle Talsma EversonPhotos Courtesy of Sunn West City’s Auto Body - A Local Auto Body Shop In the spirit of giving back to those who have given so much to our country, Sunn West City’s Auto Body (SWC) recently worked with USAA and the National Auto Body Council...

A Holiday Survival Guide for Long Road Trips

A Holiday Survival Guide for Long Road Trips

As the holiday season is approaching, many of us will be traveling to visit friends and family near and far. Many people often choose to drive to their holiday destination as it's easier to fit more people and more things in the car. It's easier and cheaper to drive...

Alarming Dangers in School Zones and What We Can Do

Alarming Dangers in School Zones and What We Can Do

As the school year has already started here in the Phoenix, AZ, valley, we want to bring awareness to an issue that is of utmost importance and should be discussed all year round. Whether your child in school is a first grader or just about to graduate high school,...

Top Five Things to Consider if You Damage Your Leased Vehicle

Top Five Things to Consider if You Damage Your Leased Vehicle

​Leasing a vehicle means renting it for the duration of the lease. At the end of each lease, you have the option to purchase the car or lease a brand-new car. If you damage your leased vehicle, there are several things you will face, but don’t panic! The process is...

Top 7 Tips to Maintain Your Vehicle for Years

Top 7 Tips to Maintain Your Vehicle for Years

Thanks to our technologically advancing society, improvements in the modern vehicle and its components have extended the typical age of a car by 12 years. Of course, the make, model, and year of your vehicle contribute to your car's longevity, but there are several...

8 Tips to Protect Your Car from the Arizona Sun and Heat

8 Tips to Protect Your Car from the Arizona Sun and Heat

Everyone knows it. The Arizona heat is intense at all times of the year, especially during the hot summer months. People can bake cookies on the dash of their cars or even fry an egg on the sidewalk! Here in the Phoenix valley, we start to see 100-degree days in May....

The Top 5 Causes of Car Accidents and Why the Sudden Spike

The Top 5 Causes of Car Accidents and Why the Sudden Spike

Car accidents are inevitable but can be avoided at all costs if just everyone would pay a little more attention to their surroundings. If an accident was not your fault and you were at the mercy of someone who was scrolling on their phone while driving, then you...

10 Epic DIY Autobody Repair Fails

10 Epic DIY Autobody Repair Fails

Ever wanted to save money on a car mechanic through DIY autobody repairs? We know inflation is rising, but you cannot fix everything yourself! But if you insist, the result could be a hilariously epic fail. Check out 10 of the funniest DIY autobody repair failures: 1....

10 Surprising Things That Can Ruin Your Car’s Paint

10 Surprising Things That Can Ruin Your Car’s Paint

As a car owner, you should be aware of the different things that can potentially damage your vehicle's paint. Some of these things, like acids, are expected and notorious for damaging a car's paint. However, the most damages done to a vehicle's paint are from the...