Can a car that has been in a major accident still be driven?

[DelHarper]

A car that has been in a major accident is not recommended for continued driving. An accident-damaged car refers to a vehicle that has suffered damage from non-natural wear and tear, leading to a decline in mechanical performance and economic value. Typically, an "accident-damaged car" refers to a vehicle with structural damage. Additionally, flood-damaged cars and fire-damaged cars also fall under the category of "special accident-damaged vehicles." Methods to identify an accident-damaged car: 1. A vehicle that has been impacted, damaging the engine compartment or the passenger compartment. 2. A vehicle where the rear quarter panel has been damaged by more than one-third due to impact. 3. A vehicle with welded, cut, reshaped, or deformed longitudinal beams. 4. A vehicle with welded, cut, reshaped, or deformed shock absorber mounts.