Why Can't You Feel When the Car Gets Scratched?

[MacJude]

When a car lightly scrapes against another vehicle, the driver and passengers inside usually find it difficult to detect whether contact has been made. This is because the car's interior is soundproofed, isolating external noises, and the vehicle's suspension system absorbs much of the impact, making the sensation of a scrape not very pronounced. The steps to take when a car scrape occurs are: Stay calm, check for any injuries, record the details of both vehicles and their owners, document the damage, clarify liability, and proceed with vehicle damage assessment for insurance claims. If you discover your car has been scratched but cannot locate the responsible party, you should immediately report the incident to the police. Traffic police will then attempt to identify the responsible party. Meanwhile, you should take comprehensive photos of the accident scene, including the location, clear images of the vehicles with visible license plates, and close-ups of the damaged areas. If the police find the responsible party, compensation will be straightforward. If they cannot, the police will issue an "Accident Liability Determination Report" stating that the responsible party fled. The owner can then file a claim with their own insurance company. According to the auto insurance damage clause, the insurer will only cover 70% of the repair costs, with the remaining 30% borne by the owner. "As per Article 8 of the insurance terms, vehicle damage should be compensated by a third party. If the third party cannot be found, the insurance company has the right to deduct a 30% no-claim rate, thus only compensating the owner for 70% of the loss." The impacts of a car scrape and dent include: Affecting the vehicle's appearance and leading to rust and corrosion in the damaged area. Methods to maintain the car body include: Promptly removing snow, rainwater, and other dirt from the car surface to keep it clean and attractive. Waxing can prevent paint from cracking, corroding, or rusting. Regularly inspect the car's exterior; if there is paint damage, scratches, or exposed metal, promptly apply touch-up paint. Use specialized cleaners and neutral water to wash the car body, and wipe it with a soft cloth or sponge to avoid introducing metal shavings or sand particles.