Keep up with our blog for the latest car care tips and tricks (and some other fun stuff) from your friends at Schaefer Autobody Centers.

February 6

Schaefer Spotlight: Nick Sladek

Nick has been with Schaefer Autobody since October 2014, and day-in, day-out exemplifies what it means to be a Schaefer Autobody Centers employee. Nick has great focus and a non-stop, get-it-done right work ethic and attitude. He always goes the extra mile to get the job done and as a master technician, never sacrifices quality […]

January 25

New Car Technologies for Safer Driving

As new car technologies improve and are implemented in more vehicles, one possible positive effect is the reduction of collisions due to these new safety features. Here are a few of the safety features you can expect to see and how they help encourage safer driving. Blind-spot warning systems Blind-spot warning systems are collision avoidance […]

January 25

Are Hybrid or Electric Vehicles the Most Environmentally Friendly Cars?

What are the most environmentally friendly cars? This is a question that more consumers are asking as environmentally friendly cars become more popular. Environmentally friendly cars have become more popular as more consumers face growing concerns about the environmental effects of conventional vehicles, and for good reason. According to the EPA, cars contribute about 75% […]

December 17

Schaefer Spotlight: Austin Blackley

Though Austin Blackley, the parts coordinator at our Webster Groves location, has only been with Schaefer Autobody for a short time, he’s made a huge impact on his teammates and leadership. Austin has an intrinsic drive for perfection and holds his own work to very high standards, always striving to improve everything he does. His […]

December 11

What to Stock in a Winter Car Kit

If you’re wondering what to stock in a winter car kit, pat yourself on the back for thinking ahead and wanting to be prepared. Winter can be a frenzied time for road travel. Winter weather can create all kinds of hazardous road conditions, and a lot of people spend more time on the road, driving […]

November 26

Employee Spotlight: Kyle Neely

Auto collision technician Kyle Neely celebrates his tenth year with Schaefer Autobody this month. In those ten years, Kyle has grown to be an invaluable member of the team who serves as an inspiration to not only his peers in our Crestwood shop, but also his more than 200 thousand followers on social media. As […]

November 20

How Long Should Tires Last?

As the winter months are upon us (and maybe a little sooner than we anticipated), you might be giving some thought to your car and asking questions about its stamina in the season to come, questions that include how long should tires last. Tires are obviously an important factor in your car’s ability to drive […]

October 24

Schaefer Spotlight: Mike VanDeRiet

Mike VanDeRiet, the Schaefer Autobody State Farm liaison for our Creve Coeur location, has been with Schaefer Autobody for an impressive 22 years, so it’s no wonder he “bleeds green.” In that time, Mike has excelled in a number of positions at Schaefer Autobody, including an estimator, general manager, production manager, compliance manager and internal […]

October 1

Fall Car Care Tips

Because October is Fall Car Care Month, this blog contains some fall car care tips to get you in the spirit of the season. Fall is an ideal time to make sure your vehicle is in top shape before heading into harsh winter weather and temperatures. Keeping up with basic preventative maintenance helps prevent breakdowns […]

September 19

Schaefer Spotlight: Mike DeSuza

Schaefer Spotlight: Mike DeSuza This month, Schaefer Autobody is highlighting Mike DeSuza, a technician at our Ellisville location. Though Mike has only been with Schaefer Autobody for a year, he’s already shown himself to be the embodiment of Schaefer Autobody’s values. Mike shines every day as an example of the kind of teamwork we love […]