Gerber Collision & Glass Articles

Many long-time Chicago residents may be familiar with Winter Storm of 1967. This weather event has been considered the worst snowstorm on record and left the city streets and expressways filled with more than 6 feet of snow and thousands of abandoned vehicles in the roadways.

Located in northwestern Illinois against the banks of Lake Michigan, the greater Chicago area is no stranger to snowy weather during winter months. And when the weather turns, Chicago drivers are often forced to drive in less-than-ideal driving conditions.

From freezing temperatures to reduced visibility, there is a variety of driving hazards that may appear during snow and ice...

With a population of well over 2 million people, it should come as no surprise that the city of Chicago is frequently filled with heavy traffic. According to a traffic study conducted by the mobility research firm INRIX in 2019, Chicago has the second-worst traffic congestion in the entire U.S. And if you’re a Chicago resident looking to get around town quickly, avoiding busy roads can be paramount.

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As a vehicle owner, you cannot escape the reality that, at some point, your car, SUV or truck will need to be repaired. According to an AAA survey, general car maintenance and repairs cost around $1,200 every year, and that’s just for regular wear-and-tear. That’s not counting the unplanned costs that follow an accident or collision.

According to Statista, the average auto collision claim for physical damage amounted to $3,425 in 2017. Whether you are paying an insurance deductible or an entire repair out-of-pocket, an unexpected repair bill can really put a dent in your finances.

Depending on the extent of the damage, your car may be undrivable until it is repaired, and if your vehicle is your only mode of...

Just like any other industry, the auto body repair industry has its own language! Plenty of drivers do not understand the words used by their auto body repair shop while they are going through the repair process. With that in mind, here is a list of some of the most common terms heard in an auto body repair shop to give you a little more understanding when you find your vehicle in need of collision repair. 

One of the most common terms you hear in an auto body repair shop is aftermarket parts. This refers to any auto part which was not manufactured by the original manufacturer of your vehicle. The price and quality of aftermarket parts can vary a tremendous amount, and they are not always the best...

Everyone knows the dangers of driving in heavy rain or snow, but often we don’t give a second thought to how hot weather affects our driving! However, driving in hot weather conditions can present plenty of challenges and can pose a risk to the health and safety of drivers and passengers alike! That’s why we have put together a few safety tips for driving during the hot summer days to help you stay safe on the roads. 

There are only a few things more uncomfortable than sitting in a baking hot car. When you are uncomfortable and hot, you can quickly get irritable, and that might affect your judgment when driving. If you are hot and irritable, how can you keep your attention entirely focused on...