Dents and dings are common blemishes on vehicles, and they frequently happen in parking lots since cars are parked too close together and careless drivers open their doors too wide. This leads to dent repairs, which are a costly inconvenience that might seem difficult to avoid. However, with extra care and attention, these tips can help you prevent damage to your vehicle. 

3 Ways to Prevent Dent Repairs From Parking Lot Mishaps

1. Park Away From Other Cars

Most people want spaces close to the entrance, but parking further away lessens your risk of getting a ding on your vehicle while you’re inside. Look for empty spaces that aren’t surrounded by other cars. Sure, a driver could still park beside you, but they’re not likely to if you leave enough empty spaces between your car and the front of the store. 

2. Pay Attention to Other Vehicles

If you have no choice but to park beside other cars, pay attention to how they are parked and how long their doors are. Imagine if their door is long enough to hit your car, and gauge whether their vehicle is centered in the parking spot. Vehicles centered in spaces are easier to avoid, but if the car is closer to you than not, consider parking elsewhere. 

3. Look For Signs of Driver’s Children

Before you commit to a parking space, take note of whether the drivers around you have children. Glance and check for children's seats or toys in the back seats. Children can be unaware of the damage they can cause, and parents need more space to secure their children in car seats. It’s easy for distracted parents to accidentally cause a ding that needs dent repair. 

If you experience a parking lot ding or dent, the dent repair specialists at  Mark’s Auto Body in Cincinnati can help. For more than 25 years, the auto body repair center has specialized in collision repairs for all makes and models, and their auto technicians are highly trained in body repairs. Call (513) 731-4273 to schedule an appointment or visit their website to learn more about their dent repair services.