DG Collision Center

09/18/2026

A car's hood, roof and trunk receive significant direct sunlight. Years of UV exposure and heat can cause fading, haziness, reduced gloss and peeling clear coat. https://bit.ly/3U2j85e

09/17/2026

A scratch from a shopping cart, tree branch, car wash, bicycle or vehicle door can resemble collision damage. Scratch depth, direction, location and nearby damage can help reveal what happened. https://bit.ly/3U2j85e

09/16/2026

Southern California heat and UV exposure can accelerate deterioration on previously repaired panels. Uneven fading or peeling may reveal differences between factory and refinished paint. https://bit.ly/3U2j85e

09/15/2026

Deep scratches, dents and paint transfer on your vehicle can point to physical impact. Widespread fading, dullness and loss of gloss are more commonly associated with environmental exposure.

How can you tell the difference between sun damage and collision damage on your vehicle? Read to learn how to spot distinctions.

09/14/2026

A small scrape on a modern car bumper may involve more than paint. Bumpers can contain sensors, wiring and other components that an impact can damage. https://bit.ly/3U2j85e

09/13/2026

Insurance supplements can happen when disassembly reveals damage that wasn't visible during the initial estimate. Proper documentation helps ensure newly discovered repairs are addressed. https://bit.ly/4g68DVZ

09/12/2026

School-year traffic brings more pedestrians, bicycles, buses and vehicles into crowded areas. Staying alert around schools is especially important during morning drop-off and afternoon pickup. https://bit.ly/4g68DVZ

09/11/2026

Never forget.

09/10/2026

Vehicle damage can extend beyond what you can see. A bumper removal may reveal structural movement, wiring damage, cracked mounts or bent reinforcement components. https://bit.ly/4g68DVZ

09/09/2026

Customer communication matters after a collision. Drivers deserve updates about approvals, parts, repair progress and changing timelines instead of being left guessing. https://bit.ly/4g68DVZ