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April is Distracted Driving Awareness month. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 3,450 people were killed in accidents related to distracted driving in 2016. Thanks in part to driver awareness and legislation, that number fell to 3,166 in 2017. However, it’s likely that number isn’t accurate, given that drivers are often reluctant to […]

The advent of the self-driving car and other technologies that relieve control of vehicles from the driver has prompted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) to define the six levels of autonomous driving. Most cars on the road today utilize some kind of automated driving technology, from […]

If you’re thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of electric cars as you make your decision. Here are a few common pros and cons to consider. Pros Better for the environment Obviously, one of the major reasons why consumers buy or consider buying electric or hybrid vehicles […]

Being mindful of blind spot driving is an important part of being a defensive driver. For your safety and the safety of others, it’s important to know where the blind spots on your own vehicle are, as well as where they might be on others’ vehicles. What is a blind spot? A blind spot is […]

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 […]

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 […]

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% […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]