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If you are not familiar with wheel ... [Michael Whittemore Feb 22, 2021, 3:34:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Lincoln Approves Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Why That Matters to You](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Lincoln-Approves-Only-OEM-Parts-on-Structural-Repairs.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/lincoln-approves-only-oem-parts-on-structural-repairs-why-that-matters-to-you) ### [Lincoln Approves Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs—Why That Matters to You](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/lincoln-approves-only-oem-parts-on-structural-repairs-why-that-matters-to-you) Don't take a chance with the parts that make up the foundation of your Lincoln. It is common practice in our ... [Michael Whittemore Feb 22, 2021, 3:17:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Why You Should Care That Ford Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-You-Should-Care-That-Ford-Rejects-Wheel-Reconditioning-in-Collision-Repair.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-you-should-care-that-ford-rejects-wheel-reconditioning-in-collision-repair) ### [Why You Should Care That Ford Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-you-should-care-that-ford-rejects-wheel-reconditioning-in-collision-repair) Wheel reconditioning is a very dangerous practice. Ford is very clear that the company does not approve of ... [Michael Whittemore Feb 22, 2021, 1:51:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Cadillac Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair—Here’s Why That Matters](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Cadillac-Says-You-Should-Not-Use-Salvage-or-Recycled-Parts-in-Collision-Repair.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/cadillac-says-you-should-not-use-salvage-or-recycled-parts-in-collision-repair-heres-why-that-matters) ### [Cadillac Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/cadillac-says-you-should-not-use-salvage-or-recycled-parts-in-collision-repair-heres-why-that-matters) Salvage and recycled parts can't compare to OEM parts in collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer ... [Michael Whittemore Feb 22, 2021, 1:12:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Chevrolet](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-It%E2%80%99s-Essential-That-GM-Recommends-Pre--and-Post-Repair-Scans-for-Your-Chevrolet.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-its-essential-that-gm-recommends-pre-and-post-repair-scans-for-your-chevrolet) ### [Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Chevrolet](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-its-essential-that-gm-recommends-pre-and-post-repair-scans-for-your-chevrolet) Pre- and post-repair scans are necessary for getting your Chevrolet repair right. If your Chevy has been in a ... [Michael Whittemore Feb 21, 2021, 4:45:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Here's Why INFINITI Says You Should Not Use Aftermarket Parts in Collision Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Heres-Why-INFINITI-Says-You-Should-Not-Use-Aftermarket-Parts-in-Collision-Repair.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/heres-why-infiniti-says-you-should-not-use-aftermarket-parts-in-collision-repair) ### [Here's Why INFINITI Says You Should Not Use Aftermarket Parts in Collision Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/heres-why-infiniti-says-you-should-not-use-aftermarket-parts-in-collision-repair) New OEM parts are crucial in the repair of your INFINITI. When you take your INFINITI in for repairs, it is ... [Michael Whittemore Feb 21, 2021, 4:11:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Why Volvo Only Permits OEM Parts and How That Matters for Your Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-Volvo-Only-Permits-OEM-Parts-and-How-That-Matters-for-Your-Repair.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-volvo-only-permits-oem-parts-and-how-that-matters-for-your-repair) ### [Why Volvo Only Permits OEM Parts and How That Matters for Your Repair](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-volvo-only-permits-oem-parts-and-how-that-matters-for-your-repair) OEM parts are the best replacement parts for your Volvo's collision repair. Volvo has issued a robust ... [Michael Whittemore Feb 21, 2021, 2:55:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Buick Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with ADAS: Here’s Why That’s Important](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Buick-Only-Approves-New-Genuine-GM-Parts-for-Use-with-ADAS.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/buick-only-approves-new-genuine-gm-parts-for-use-with-adas-heres-why-thats-important) ### [Buick Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with ADAS](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/buick-only-approves-new-genuine-gm-parts-for-use-with-adas-heres-why-thats-important) Buick wants to protect your Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. [Michael Whittemore Feb 21, 2021, 2:35:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Why Buick Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and Why That’s Important to You](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-Buick-Recommends-Only-New-GM-Air-Bag-Components.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-buick-recommends-only-new-gm-air-bag-components-and-why-thats-important-to-you) ### [Why Buick Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components and Why That’s Important to You](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-buick-recommends-only-new-gm-air-bag-components-and-why-thats-important-to-you) Auto manufacturers provide crucial information about collision repair in their position statements. [Michael Whittemore Feb 21, 2021, 2:09:00 PM](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/author/michael-whittemore) [![Why Acura Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair and Why You Should Care](https://flagstaffcollision.com/hubfs/Why-Acura-Rejects-Wheel-Reconditioning-in-Collision-Repair.png)](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-acura-rejects-wheel-reconditioning-in-collision-repair-and-why-you-should-care) ### [Why Acura Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair and Why You Should Care](https://flagstaffcollision.com/blog/why-acura-rejects-wheel-reconditioning-in-collision-repair-and-why-you-should-care) Wheel reconditioning is very dangerous in collision repair. 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