Why Does Adhering to Manufacturing Specifications Matter in Automotive Repairs?

When your car goes in for repair, you expect it to come back as good as new. Safe, reliable and driving just like it was before. For some unlucky drivers, this isn’t always the case because certain garages may use generic parts and cut corners. The car may look and sound fine, but it may not be quite the same – it may drive differently, the bodywork could look slightly off, and the replacement parts may even wear out quicker.

Modern cars are full of advanced technology and electronics as well as complex fuelling and safety systems. From airbags and crumple zones to driver lane assist and safety warning alarms, there’s a lot to understand and think about. A repair that doesn’t meet manufacturer standards can compromise safety, increase wear and tear and even reduce the resale value of your car.

Product Safety and Reliability

Adhering to manufacturer specifications means you get your car back in a condition which is as close to what it was when it first rolled out of the factory. It minimises defects and ensures all the systems in your car work as originally intended. Even minor deviations in the repair process can compromise safety, leading to weakened structural integrity, faulty electronic systems and brake or suspension failures.

Improper repairs, such as using the wrong welding technique or subpar parts, can reduce crash resistance, while advanced driver assistance systems require precise calibration, without which your vehicle could give you wrong information about anything from the speed you’re travelling to how far you are from the car in front.

Builds Trust Between the Customer and the Repairer

If you take your car to a repair shop, you naturally expect it to come back the way it was pre-accident. If it doesn’t, inevitably, any trust you placed in your repairer will be eroded or even vanish entirely. When a repairer follows manufacturer guidelines and uses original parts, it builds consistency and reliability into the entire process. In short, you can trust them to do a good job and not cut corners.

From your perspective get your car returned knowing safety and quality standards haven’t been compromised, giving you peace of mind. For us, it helps build our reputation as a company that consistently carries out quality automotive repairs.

In addition, your car may have a better resale value than ones with substandard fixes.

Ensures Compliance With Industry Regulations

The motor industry is highly regulated, and failing to follow these regulations can lead to legal consequences, fines and even business closures. Following manufacturer specifications ensures we remain compliant with the following standards:

• ISO9001 – a global standard for quality management systems, which ensures consistency and efficiency in repairs
• BSI 10125 – The British standard for safe motor vehicle damage repairs
• Environmental regulations – We must adhere to certain materials and processes to meet environmental and sustainability rules around usage and safe disposal

Customers Receive Consistent, High-Quality Repairs

One of the biggest challenges in the industry is maintaining consistent repairs, particularly across different body shops. By following manufacturer specifications for automotive repairs, the industry is standardised, and each centre will achieve the same top level of repairs.

Manufacturer guidelines provide clear information on which parts to use, meaning only genuine manufacturer parts are used. They dictate the correct repair techniques which allow for uniform welding, painting and calibration methods. In addition, they have access to the right equipment – some repairs require specialised tools that generic workshops might not have.

Don’t entrust your car to a generic repairer; make sure you choose one, like EvolveArc, where genuine parts and manufacturer processes will be used. Whether for minor repairs or major post-accident restoration, this can give you much-needed peace of mind that your vehicle will remain roadworthy, meet all the safety standards and drive just as it did before.

Get in contact with the team at EvolveArc today!

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