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# Auto Body & Collision Repair News, Tips & Advice

[![Danger! 6 Roadway Hazards to Avoid In And Around Flagstaff](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Danger!-6-Roadway-Hazards-to-Avoid-In-And-Around-Flagstaff.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/danger-6-roadway-hazards-to-avoid-in-and-around-flagstaff)

### [Danger! 6 Roadway Hazards to Avoid In And Around Flagstaff](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/danger-6-roadway-hazards-to-avoid-in-and-around-flagstaff)

 What dangers are lurking on the roads in and around the most popular destinations in Flagstaff? Sure, the ... 

[Michael Whittemore Apr 16, 2021, 5:24:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![Why Chevrolet Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and How This Affects You](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-Chevrolet-Says-You-Should-Not-Use-Salvage-or-Recycled-Parts-in-Collision-Repair-and-How-This-Affects-You.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-chevrolet-says-you-should-not-use-salvage-or-recycled-parts-in-collision-repair-and-how-this-affects-you)

### [Why Chevrolet Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and How This Affects You](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-chevrolet-says-you-should-not-use-salvage-or-recycled-parts-in-collision-repair-and-how-this-affects-you)

 GM wants your Chevy to have the most reliable replacement parts. Nearly every car manufacturer releases ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 8, 2021, 1:03:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your Buick](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-GM-Discourages-Reconditioned-Wheels-and-Why-That%E2%80%99s-Crucial-for-Your-Buick.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-gm-discourages-reconditioned-wheels-and-why-thats-crucial-for-your-buick)

### [Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your Buick](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-gm-discourages-reconditioned-wheels-and-why-thats-crucial-for-your-buick)

 GM doesn't want you to jeopardize your safety with reconditioned wheels. Nearly every car manufacturer ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 8, 2021, 12:47:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Chevrolet—Here’s Why You Should Care](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/GM-Says-It%E2%80%99s-Dangerous-to-Use-Salvage-Structural-Parts-on-Your-Chevrolet%E2%80%94Here%E2%80%99s-Why-You-Should-Care.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/gm-says-its-dangerous-to-use-salvage-structural-parts-on-your-chevrolet-heres-why-you-should-care)

### [GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Chevrolet—Here’s Why You Should Care](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/gm-says-its-dangerous-to-use-salvage-structural-parts-on-your-chevrolet-heres-why-you-should-care)

 Preserve the structural integrity of your Chevy by using only the best replacement parts. When you take your ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 8, 2021, 12:39:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![Why Buick Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and Why That’s Important](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-Buick-Says-You-Should-Not-Use-Salvage-or-Recycled-Parts-in-Collision-Repair-and-Why-That%E2%80%99s-Important.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-buick-says-you-should-not-use-salvage-or-recycled-parts-in-collision-repair-and-why-thats-important)

### [Why Buick Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and Why That’s Important](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-buick-says-you-should-not-use-salvage-or-recycled-parts-in-collision-repair-and-why-thats-important)

 The right replacement parts can make all the difference. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 8, 2021, 12:00:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![Why GM Rejects Reconditioned Wheels and How This Affects Your Chevrolet Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-GM-Rejects-Reconditioned-Wheels-and-How-This-Affects-Your-Chevrolet-Repair.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-gm-rejects-reconditioned-wheels-and-how-this-affects-your-chevrolet-repair)

### [Why GM Rejects Reconditioned Wheels and How This Affects Your Chevrolet Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-gm-rejects-reconditioned-wheels-and-how-this-affects-your-chevrolet-repair)

 Wheel reconditioning is never a good idea in collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 8, 2021, 10:53:00 AM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Buick—Here’s Why They’re Right](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/GM-Says-It%E2%80%99s-Dangerous-to-Use-Salvage-Structural-Parts-on-Your-Buick%E2%80%94Here%E2%80%99s-Why-They%E2%80%99re-Right.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/gm-says-its-dangerous-to-use-salvage-structural-parts-on-your-buick-heres-why-theyre-right)

### [The Importance of Using Buick Replacement Parts Over Salvage Parts](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/gm-says-its-dangerous-to-use-salvage-structural-parts-on-your-buick-heres-why-theyre-right)

 GM wants you to use only the best replacement parts on your Buick. When you take your Buick to a body shop ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 8, 2021, 10:43:00 AM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre and Post-Repair Scans for Your Buick](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-It%E2%80%99s-Essential-That-GM-Recommends-Pre--and-Post-Repair-Scans-for-Your-Buick.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-its-essential-that-gm-recommends-pre-and-post-repair-scans-for-your-buick)

### [Why Pre- and Post-Repair Scans Are Crucial for Buick Collision Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-its-essential-that-gm-recommends-pre-and-post-repair-scans-for-your-buick)

 GM wants to make sure that your Buick is repaired thoroughly. If your Buick has been in a collision, there ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 8, 2021, 10:31:00 AM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![What to Do When Your Insurance Company Disputes a Repair Quote](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/What-to-Do-When-Your-Insurance-Company-Disputes-a-Repair-Quote.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/what-to-do-when-your-insurance-company-disputes-a-repair-quote)

### [What to Do When Your Insurance Company Disputes a Repair Quote](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/what-to-do-when-your-insurance-company-disputes-a-repair-quote)

 Getting back on the road after an accident can take longer than expected if the insurance company disputes ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 5, 2021, 10:50:00 AM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

[![Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your GMC](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-GM-Discourages-Reconditioned-Wheels-and-Why-That%E2%80%99s-Crucial-for-Your-GMC.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-gm-discourages-reconditioned-wheels-and-why-thats-crucial-for-your-gmc)

### [Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your GMC](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-gm-discourages-reconditioned-wheels-and-why-thats-crucial-for-your-gmc)

 Reconditioning compromises the structural integrity of your wheels. Nearly every car manufacturer releases ... 

[Michael Whittemore Mar 3, 2021, 6:00:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore)

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