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Per Statista.com, in 2022, the U.S. spent 48 billion dollars on automotive research and development, which represents around 39% of the global automotive R&D spending. This comes as no surprise with the amount of technology in vehicles. The quickly evolving tech is not only enhancing safety in autos but also comfort and convenience. Starting from […]

April 2023 Congratulations to Kat, our front desk receptionist from Schaefer Autobody Centers in Wentzville, Missouri! She has been selected for this month’s employee spotlight. Continue reading to learn more about this month’s employee spotlight, Kat. Q: What’s a fun fact about you not many know? A: I enjoy a lot of classical music and […]

“April showers may bring May flowers” is a common English proverb, but driving in wet conditions in any month can be challenging and risky, especially if you don’t take the necessary precautions. Wet roads can cause your car to lose traction, leading to hydroplaning, skidding and accidents. Therefore, it’s essential to know how to drive […]

Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania — Quality Collision Group, a private-equity-backed venture of multisite OEM-certified collision repair centers, today announced the continued growth of its organization with the acquisition of Schaefer Autobody Centers. Quality Collision Group continues its strategic focus on building the nation’s largest and most trusted OEM-certified collision repair company by utilizing an acquisition strategy […]

A flat tire can be a major hassle, as it can cause delays, safety concerns, and unexpected expenses. It can leave you stranded on the side of the road, requiring you to change the tire yourself or wait for assistance. It can also damage your vehicle’s suspension and alignment if driven on for too long, […]

March, 2023 Tyler is a “go to guy” in the Maplewood shop. He has been working very hard to help get our team up to speed. Tyler has always been a total team player. Tyler helps everyone, he is active in always being a resource for the team in overcoming obstacles and problem solving. Tyler […]

Were you aware there’s a number displayed on your vehicle’s dashboard that can tell Schaefer Autobody Centers your car’s most intimate details? VIN numbers have been around for decades, and they’re still as useful as ever. Here are 17 facts about VIN numbers: As complicated as vehicles can be, it’s a relief automakers agreed to […]

Get ready to aim, shoot, and make a difference at the upcoming Clays for Careers presented by Schaefer Autobody Centers! This exciting sporting clays shooting tournament is set to take place on Tuesday, April 25, in Lonedell, Missouri, at Top Gun Sportsman’s Club. All tournament proceeds will go to local technical schools’ automotive and collision […]

February, 2023 Adam goes above and beyond to help the shop. Recently, we had multiple people on PTO and Adam ensured nothing went undone or fell behind schedule. He did his role as well as others and executed them with high quality. He makes sure that cars go on time and has made a big, […]

Have you ever looked at your clean car and noticed the bumper color doesn’t perfectly match the panels next to it? There may not be a big difference but typically, it is not a perfect match. Why is that? There are a few reasons you may notice a color or slight tonal difference. This is […]