In addition to primary repairs, when a car gets in an accident it often needs frame straightening. If your vehicle requires this process, it means the frame underneath was bent out of shape or thrown off balance. Maintaining the integrity of your car’s structure is incredibly important to a safe, reliable ride. Here’s why this service is so important. 

A Guide to Frame Straightening

What Is It?

A car's frame is key to its alignment. After an accident, an auto repair shop will measure the vehicle’s frame to see if it was knocked out of alignment. If it was, they use sophisticated straightening machines to return a car frame to the model specifications. 

Why Is It Essential?

If that frame is bent or damaged, the vehicle will often pull or drift to one side. This is not only an inconvenience but also a major hazard, especially during highway driving and at higher speeds.

A vehicle’s frame also affects the way its tires move on the ground. Over time, a misaligned car will have uneven tire treads. Additionally, many of today’s cars are designed with "crumple zones," or sections that are built to deform and absorb the impact of a collision. These crumple zones are inextricably connected to the frame. As such, a damaged structure influences vehicle performance and impacts the safety of the driver. A crooked frame means your car's crumple zones may fail to absorb sufficient damage in an accident. 

Visit a collision repair shop after an accident to ensure your safety. DADS Auto Body & Paint Inc. in Aiea, HI, has served residents of Honolulu County for over 40 years. These technicians specialize in everything from frame straightening and repair to dent removal and all varieties of car painting. Visit the team's website to learn more about their stellar auto body repair work, or call them directly at (808) 487-3654.