Month: March 2020

spring car maintenance

Car Maintenance | 9 Tips to Get Your Ride Ready for Spring

Spring has SPRUNG! Well...almost. It’s time to shake the winter blues and get your vehicle ready for another season. Seasonal maintenance is important to not only the looks of your vehicle, but also the value and the overall function. Keeping up with car maintenance each season helps cut costs and ...
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We’ve Got Your Back with Trusted Service and a One-Stop-Shop Approach!

At JD Collision, our goal is to help you get your life back to normal as quickly as possible after a collision. For 40 years, the JD Collision team has ...
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A driver feeling stressed about their recovered stolen car repair in Alberta.

The Violation & The Aftermath: A Guide to Repairing Your Recovered Stolen Car in Alberta

The phone call from the police brings a wave of relief: "We've found your car." But that relief disappears the second you see it. It's not just a missing vehicle ...
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A car navigating potential gravel road car damage in Alberta this spring.

Gravel Roads, Potholes & Paint Chips: The True Cost of Spring Driving in Alberta

You can finally smell it in the air. That unmistakable, muddy, damp smell of the spring thaw in the Lakeland. The mountains of snow are finally shrinking, you're cracking your ...
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A driver reviews their car's resale value after an accident in Alberta.

The “Invisible Dent”: How a Collision Impacts Your Car’s Resale Value in Alberta

You got your car back from the repair shop. It looks great—the panel is smooth, the paint matches perfectly, and it drives just like it used to. The stress of ...
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A frustrated person after a failed DIY auto body repair attempt.

Thinking of a DIY Auto Body Repair? 6 Reasons to Call a Pro First

You're staring at that fresh dent in your door, and a thought pops into your head: "I bet I can fix that." A quick YouTube search shows a dozen videos ...
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That Won’t Just Buff Out: Your Stress-Free Guide to Repair vs. Replace

It’s a sinking feeling. Whether it’s a runaway shopping cart, a hailstorm, or a minor fender bender in the parking lot, that dent or crumpled panel wasn't there this morning. ...
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Technician calibrating ADAS sensors on a modern vehicle with the front bumper removed inside a professional collision repair shop.

Why Is My ‘Simple’ Bumper Repair So Expensive? The A++ Guide to ADAS, Sensors & Calibration

You just got an estimate for a minor fender-bender, and your jaw is on the floor. The bill is close to $3,000. But the bumper barely looks cracked! You're staring ...
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Canada’s Most Stolen Vehicles: Insights & Auto Theft Prevention Tips

This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth look at Canada’s most stolen vehicles, the impact of vehicle theft, and the practical steps you can take to safeguard your vehicle. Vehicle theft ...
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An Alberta driver's glovebox guide checklist for car accidents.

The Alberta Driver’s ‘Glovebox Guide’: A Complete Step-by-Step Collision Checklist 

It’s the sound every driver dreads: the crunch of metal, the hiss of steam, or the dull thud of a fender bender. In the moments after a collision, your heart ...
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The “Sticker Shock” You Can Control: Why Ignoring a Small Chip or Scratch Will Cost You Thousands

It’s tempting, isn't it? You get a small rock chip on the highway or a "minor" scratch in a parking lot. You look at it and think, "It's just cosmetic. ...
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a car on the road during a snow storm

Protecting Your Car from Road Salt Damage: An Ultimate Guide

Road salt, a vital tool for safe winter driving, carries a serious risk to your vehicle's health.  This comprehensive guide gives you crucial insights about road salt damage, preventive measures, ...
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Thinking about Buying an Electric Vehicle? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Recently, electric vehicles have grown in popularity, mostly because folks don't want to spend an arm and a leg fueling up. Electric cars are extremely popular, though some continue to ...
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man polishing car rims

How To Fix Curb Rash

While curb rash may seem like a minor cosmetic issue, it can lead to more serious damage if left untreated.  Scratches and scuffs can weaken the structure of the wheel ...
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