Is a New Car Still Safe After Being Repaired from a Major Accident?
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New cars are no longer safe after being repaired from a major accident. Impact 1: After a traffic accident, the vehicle suffers strong impact forces, resulting in varying degrees of damage. In severe cases, the entire body of the car may be completely deformed. Although there are many auto repair shops, the technical skills of the repair personnel are often low, and the equipment used during repairs is outdated, leading to subpar repair results. Consequently, the repaired vehicle lacks safety and reliability. Impact 2: Even if an accident-damaged car can be restored to its original appearance after repairs, its fatigue life cannot be fully recovered. Moreover, most accident repairs do not follow the original manufacturer's specified repair methods, further reducing the vehicle's structural strength. Impact 3: Depreciation of accident-damaged cars. If the original value of the vehicle is high, details like replacing a bumper can significantly affect its resale value. Conversely, if the initial value is low, certain defects may not be as noticeable. Precautions after repairing an accident-damaged car: Engine speed should preferably not exceed 4000 rpm, as newly replaced parts require a break-in period and are unsuitable for high-intensity operation. Speed should also be kept moderate. Avoid overloading, as the repaired vehicle is still in a testing phase—some data may have been adjusted, but it requires a certain mileage for verification. Excessive weight places a heavy burden on the steering and braking systems. After driving a certain distance, the car should be taken to a repair shop for testing related data, such as checking for deformations in the chassis. If necessary, perform corrective measures.
