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07/17/2026

Michigan ranks 4th in the nation in car-deer collisions
By Brett Briscoe 2026

Michigan ranks 4th in the nation for highest risk of vehicle-wildlife collisions, that’s according to data from national auto insurer State Farm.

Michigan drivers face a 1 in 61 chance of hitting an animal every time they take to the road, a rate that is more than double the national average.

White-tailed deer are by far the primary culprit, accounting for the vast majority of these incidents. Michigan State Police records show that motorists log more than 58,000 deer-involved crashes annually across the state, which costs drivers an estimated $130 million in vehicle damages each year.

07/16/2026

How Wildfire Ash Damages Your Car (And What to Do About It)

By Dylan von Kleist

One often overlooked consequence of these infernos is the damage they can inflict on our vehicles. The ash that settles on cars during and after wildfires may seem harmless, but it can cause significant harm to your vehicle's paintwork.

The Impact on Vehicle Paint:
Although ash may appear harmless, it can wreak havoc on your vehicle's paint due to its composition and physical properties.

The first is abrasion and scratching. Wildfire ash particles while very tiny, are often gritty and abrasive. They are capable of scratching the vehicle's clear coat if any contact is made with the surface while covered in ash or smoke residues. Over time, this can result in noticeable swirl marks, fine scratches, and a dull appearance.

The chemical compounds in wildfire ash also contain acidic compounds, especially if the fire consumed vegetation that releases such substances when burned. These acids can interact with the chemicals present in the paint, causing corrosion and etching.

To make sure your paintwork stays shiny it is recommended to thoroughly wash all exterior surfaces as soon as possible. Because the smoke and/or ash particles are abrasive, wash with a touchless method.

Never attempt to remove smoke or ash residues from your vehicle's surface by simply wiping the surface. Even if you use a high-quality microfiber towel the individual, abrasive particles of soot can introduce tiny micro-scratches to your paint.