It’s officially summer: time to dip our feet in backyard pools, throw barbeque cookouts and, of course, take the family on a road trip. But before you strap in the kids and hit the highway, make sure you have one important thing in your arsenal: games you can play in the car. And while these […]

As gas prices increase, drivers are always looking for ways to improve gas mileage. There are some well known tips and tricks out there, and also a few others that aren’t quite as well known. Here are a few ways to improve gas mileage and, as a result, take better care of your car as […]

Are there any drivers that don’t enjoy singing songs in the car from time to time? It’s something almost all of us indulge in from time to time—some more so than others. And why not? Your car is the perfect spot to enjoy your favorite tunes or practice your karaoke jams. The acoustics are second […]

Being involved in an accident or a hit and run is one of the more stressful experiences a car owner can go through. Being thorough and prepared at the scene of the accident will ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible. If someone has hit your car, you might not know whose insurance to […]

April is Distracted Driving Awareness month. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 3,450 people were killed in accidents related to distracted driving in 2016. Thanks in part to driver awareness and legislation, that number fell to 3,166 in 2017. However, it’s likely that number isn’t accurate, given that drivers are often reluctant to […]

The advent of the self-driving car and other technologies that relieve control of vehicles from the driver has prompted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) to define the six levels of autonomous driving. Most cars on the road today utilize some kind of automated driving technology, from […]

If you’re thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of electric cars as you make your decision. Here are a few common pros and cons to consider. Pros Better for the environment Obviously, one of the major reasons why consumers buy or consider buying electric or hybrid vehicles […]

Being mindful of blind spot driving is an important part of being a defensive driver. For your safety and the safety of others, it’s important to know where the blind spots on your own vehicle are, as well as where they might be on others’ vehicles. What is a blind spot? A blind spot is […]

Nick has been with Schaefer Autobody since October 2014, and day-in, day-out exemplifies what it means to be a Schaefer Autobody Centers employee. Nick has great focus and a non-stop, get-it-done right work ethic and attitude. He always goes the extra mile to get the job done and as a master technician, never sacrifices quality […]

As new car technologies improve and are implemented in more vehicles, one possible positive effect is the reduction of collisions due to these new safety features. Here are a few of the safety features you can expect to see and how they help encourage safer driving. Blind-spot warning systems Blind-spot warning systems are collision avoidance […]