Schaefer Autobody doesn’t just strive to be the best in the industry in terms of the service and quality of work we provide to our clients. We also work every day to be the kind of auto body shop that gives back to our amazing team who make everything we do possible. From management to […]

In the era of the smart phone and all of the enhanced technologies that come with it, it’s no wonder auto insurance companies are adapting quickly to use mobile technology in ways that benefit their business and their customers. The majority of auto insurers have developed mobile apps that allow you to buy insurance directly […]

Building on our Travelers company’s tradition of giving back to the communities where we do business, Claims recently partnered with auto body shops in Tennessee and Missouri to restore two salvage vehicles and donate them to local families in need of transportation. Both donations were made through Recycled Rides, a program in which insurance companies […]

Schaefer Autobody loves St. Louis. Lucky for us, there’s a lot to love as a car owner in this beautiful city. No matter what time of year there are guaranteed to be a few fun activities worth hopping in the car for. We wanted to let you in on some of our favorites. Route 66 […]

We get a lot of questions from customers about difficult aspects of the auto body repair process. We’re afraid the buzz around the already unpleasant topic of having your car’s exterior repaired can be somewhat negative and the sticker shock, well, shocking. That’s why we want to build a relationship with you, the customer, so […]

Winter in St. Louis can mean serious damage on your car’s finish. Our predictably unpredictable weather patterns leave MODOT with the challenging task of planning to keep our roadways safe, which unfortunately includes lots of salt. The way in which salt damages your car is particularly nefarious. It corrodes metal surfaces leaving them open to […]

Short answer is yes. Long answer is, time will tell if it will also be the year of the self-driving car related accident. As car manufacturers and their new self-driving tech take center stage at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show currently happening in Las Vegas, people are flocking to get a glimpse of what the […]

You’ve just had an accident. Now what? One of the biggest issues people struggle with after an accident is knowing whether or not they can drive their car. Obviously you have some external damage, but how do you know when that damage extends far enough inward to cause mechanical problems as well? And when the […]

As 2016 comes to a close we’re taking a look at some of the highlights of the year for Schaefer as a business and for our wonderful group of dedicated professionals. We continue to grow year after year and it’s all due to the extraordinary work our team has been doing. Expanding West We started […]

The benefits of choosing a certified auto body shop don’t just extend to the driver. They also directly benefit the insurance companies representing drivers across the country. When auto body shops obtain relevant certifications they are more prepared to properly care for a wider variety of vehicles made from multiple body materials. This means higher […]