What to Do If Someone Scratches Your Car?
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Get out of the car and check the damage. If the damage is minor, you can choose to resolve the matter privately by negotiating compensation with the other party. Do not move the vehicle, or take photos of the accident scene before moving the car. Report the incident to your insurance company and have them send an adjuster to assess the damage. After the damage assessment, keep the other party's contact information and proceed to a repair shop. Once the repairs are completed, have the other party pay for the repair costs.
If someone accidentally scratches the car, I would first calm down and check the depth of the scratch. If it's just a superficial mark, I would gently rub it with polishing compound or toothpaste I have at home—it's a cost-effective and efficient method recommended by many forums. However, if the scratch is deep and exposes the metal, DIY fixes might make it worse. In that case, I would buy a touch-up pen, which costs just over ten yuan, apply it, and then polish the area. I usually take care to protect the paint by parking away from pedestrian zones and avoiding spots under trees, as falling leaves can also scratch the paint. These small tips have saved me a lot of trouble. Additionally, I've found that waxing the car after washing helps prevent micro-scratches. For more serious issues, I visit a nearby repair shop, which is much more affordable than a dealership.