Can a Flood-Damaged Car Be Driven After Repair?

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A flood-damaged car can still be driven after repair, but it will never be the same as before. The likelihood of malfunctions during future driving will increase, and issues such as abnormal noises may occur. Therefore, special attention must be paid to the maintenance of flood-damaged cars. If your car has been submerged in water, here’s what you should do: 1. Do not attempt to start the car after it has been submerged; 2. Take photos of the scene, including the license plate number (which can serve as evidence for claims); 3. Call your insurance company to report the incident (you must report within 24 hours); 4. Call for a rescue tow truck and inform the insurance company which repair shop the car will be taken to, so the surveyor can inspect it; 5. While waiting for rescue, you can disconnect the vehicle's power (remove the negative terminal), shift to neutral, and push the car to a safe location; 6. Before repairs, report to the insurance company to assess the damage as required.