VBRA-Accredited Repairers: What It Means For You And Your Vehicle

Let’s be blunt, no one wakes up hoping to become best friends with a car accident repair shop. But if your day takes an unexpected turn courtesy of a stray shopping trolley, rogue lamppost or an inattentive driver, knowing where to go to get your vehicle fixed is half the battle.

That’s where VBRA-approved centres come in. They’re the ones that are on your side when your car has taken a hit. But what does VBRA accreditation actually mean? And why should you care?

What Is VBRA?

VBRA stands for the Vehicle Builders and Repairers Association. A bit of a mouthful, we know but in short, it’s a UK industry body that sets the gold standard for repair shops. If a car accident repair shop is VBRA-approved, that means they’ve passed strict checks for quality, safety and customer care.

So, when you see that VBRA logo as you will do if you choose EvolveArc, you know you're not walking into some backstreet garage with duct tape and crossed fingers but rather a repairer who operates to the highest standards in the industry.

What Does A VBRA-Approved Repairer Offer You?

VBRA-approved repairers offer so much more than just another accreditation. Here’s what you get:

• Properly trained technicians – There’s no guesswork involved here; these people really know their stuff
• Genuine parts – Whether your car needs a new bumper or bonnet, the parts used are genuine, manufacturer parts that fit properly and are built to last
• The right tools – Modern cars are basically computers on wheels, which mean they require specialist equipment to understand and fix them. VBRA-approved repairers will have exactly what you need
• Insurance-friendly service – Many insurers prefer or even insist upon using VBRA-approved repair shops because they meet the high repair standards they require

Why Accreditation Matters More Than You Think

After an accident you want to be confident your car is safe, reliable and roadworthy, not that it simply looks okay. VBRA-accredited car accident repair shops work to BS10125 standards (the British Standard for vehicle body repair), so you know the job’s been done right.

And if your car’s still under warranty using a non-accredited shop could void it. That means more hassle and potentially more cost down the line which is not ideal.

Your car deserves more than a quick patch job, which is why at EvolveArc we’re VBRA-approved. With us your car is in safe, capable hands, and you can rest easy knowing it’s being looked after properly.

All you need to do is make a single call after an accident, and we’ll take care of the rest. We provide vehicle recovery if it’s needed, we arrange high-quality repairs using genuine manufacturer parts, we liaise with your insurer when necessary, and we offer clear communication throughout, so you always know what stage the repairs are at.

Speak to the team at Evolve Arc today to get your free repair cost estimate!

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