DG Collision Center

09/03/2026

Clear coat peeling across a roof, hood or trunk often points toward environmental deterioration. A concentrated area of cracked paint around a dent may suggest impact damage instead. https://bit.ly/3U2j85e

09/02/2026

Paint transfer after a parking lot bump can help identify collision damage. A concentrated mark combined with a dent or crease is more consistent with an impact than sun exposure. https://bit.ly/3U2j85e

09/01/2026

Uneven fading on one side of a car can result from repeated afternoon sun exposure, especially when the vehicle is routinely parked in the same direction. https://bit.ly/3U2j85e

08/31/2026

A bumper that no longer sits flush may have broken clips, tabs, retainers or brackets beneath the surface. Misalignment can be a sign of collision damage, not fading paint. https://bit.ly/3U2j85e

08/30/2026

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.

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

08/29/2026

Minor accident damage can affect advanced driver assistance systems without creating an obvious dashboard warning. Professional diagnostics may be necessary to find the problem. https://bit.ly/4wCM7Lf

08/28/2026

Modern bumpers may hide cameras and sensors that support important safety features. Even minor collision damage deserves a careful inspection. https://bit.ly/4wCM7Lf

08/27/2026

A bumper can look like it only needs cosmetic work while a sensor bracket behind it has shifted. Proper collision inspections look beyond what you can see. https://bit.ly/4wCM7Lf

08/26/2026

Your vehicle can drive normally after a minor accident and still have damaged safety technology. Backup cameras and sensors may need inspection after an impact. https://bit.ly/4wCM7Lf

08/25/2026

A small bumper scrape doesn't always mean a small repair. Sensors, cameras, and mounting brackets can be hidden behind exterior panels and damaged during an impact.

One of the most important safety features on many new vehicles is the backup camera. These devices optimize visibility.