Getting into an accident can be a terrifying event. And in the case of a bad accident, every second counts when it comes to saving a life. The idea that your car itself can become a threat to your life is a frightening one, so if it happens, you need to know what to do… Read more »
We all know that driving can be dangerous. Although you can control what can be done behind your own wheel, unfortunately you can’t control what happens behind everyone else’s. The next best thing is to become a defensive driver. A defensive driver is someone who remains alert and ready for whatever may happen while on the… Read more »
At Waterdown Collision, we are happy to help our customers restore their vehicles after an accident. But we’d rather you didn’t get in an accident at all. Car accidents can happen for a number of reasons, but we’ve identified the top five causes of road accidents here – along with some tips on how to… Read more »
When car shopping, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. The large amount of information regarding different makes and models’ warranties, insurance rates and fuel economies can get confusing. But, good news for you: there’s really one important factor to consider when choosing your new vehicle. Although not often considered by most car buyers, this crucial feature… Read more »
In the early 80’s, drinking and driving became illegal. Impaired driving has been in the fore front ever since. Forty years later, texting and driving has become the deadliest distraction on the road since the days of “one for the road.” The technology in smartphones came about faster than our common sense could keep up with…. Read more »
In the past, cars with automatic transmission were considered futuristic. Decades later, the newest in automobile technology is offering automatic braking and if you don’t know how this could actually work, here’s the low down on these DIY cars. Can This Technology Be Trusted? The automatic braking system might be a fairly new option in… Read more »
Thankfully in most cases, a car accident does not mean the end for your vehicle. But what about those times when it does? What happens when your car is totaled in an accident? You may be feeling stressed about having been involved in an accident and you will certainly be inconvenienced by not having your… Read more »
Although it is possible to repair your car’s paint scratch yourself, it is usually a lot more difficult than you originally envisioned it being. In the end, all your work and stress may be for naught if your scratch is still noticeable. Below are some points to consider prior to choosing to repair your car’s… Read more »
The entire team here at Waterdown Collision would like to express our extreme gratitude for everyone who helped to make Dante’s Puddle Jumpers Car Wash a huge success this year – again! This annual event helps raise money to support research for Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and was inspired by one of our own family members… Read more »
We’ve all had them. You can’t be too prepared for them and now, with a little time and investment, you can rest assured that the next time you suffer from an emergency on the road, you will be just a little more prepared. Emergency kits are popular in the home. In the event of a… Read more »