Is a deformed spare tire well considered a serious accident?
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A deformed spare tire well that hasn't damaged the frame is considered a normal minor accident, but if it has damaged the frame, it's a major accident. Below is relevant information about accident vehicles: 1. Definition: A car with repaired or replaced anti-collision beams is not considered an accident vehicle. Only if damage to these parts causes severe impairment to the car's performance can it be classified as an accident vehicle; otherwise, it isn't. 2. Judging an accident vehicle: From the front, the car's front anti-collision beam is at the front. During a collision, the front bumper will deform, compressing the anti-collision beam, which then presses against the radiator. Subsequent energy will compress the engine. Generally, opening the engine compartment allows you to see the car's fan and radiator. If there are signs of replacement, it indicates a problem. Then, check the frame on both sides of the radiator. The frame extends a section to fix the anti-collision beam. A frontal collision can cause deformation, and even if it's repaired with panel beating, it can't be restored to a perfectly flat state—just like how a folded piece of paper can't be perfectly flat again. In a collision, the front anti-collision beam bears significant force. From the rear, inspect the trunk. Opening the trunk reveals the spare tire well, which can't be replaced—only reshaped—making it easier to spot if there's been an accident. Additionally, some cars lack a rear anti-collision beam, making the rear of the vehicle more vulnerable.
