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Technician inspecting a vehicle’s front fender and wheel area for spring car body damage in Waseca, MN.

Spring Car Body Checklist for Waseca, MN: Salt, Potholes & Pollen

Spring in Waseca, Minnesota is a welcome change after winter—but it also reveals months of wear and tear...

Technician using a power tool to repair a vehicle panel for an auto body repair estimate in Faribault, MN.

How Auto Body Repair Estimates Are Calculated: A Faribault Driver’s Checklist

After a collision, one of the first questions drivers in Faribault, Minnesota ask is: “How is my repair...

Close-up of a red car highlighting a fresh paint finish for auto paint repair in Minnesota.

Why We Use PPG Envirobase: Better Paints for Minnesota Cars

When your vehicle needs paint repair after a collision, the quality of the paint system matters more than...

Vehicles driving through heavy snow and icy road conditions during a winter storm in Faribault, Minnesota.

Winter Collision Damage in Faribault, MN: What Ice, Snow, and Salt Really Do to Your Vehicle

Winter driving in Faribault, Minnesota brings challenges that go far beyond slippery roads and cold starts. Snow-packed highways,...

This article explains why windshield replacement matters more than most drivers realize, the hidden risks of cheap or incorrect installations, and how Malecha’s advocates for your safety throughout the entire repair process.

Windshield Replacement and ADAS: What You Must Know

Windshield replacement might seem like a simple repair, but for most modern vehicles, it is one of the...

This article explains what DTCs are, why they matter after a crash, and how our team uses these codes to advocate for your safety and ensure the repairs meet manufacturer standards.

DTCs and Fault Codes After a Crash in MN: What Technicians Look For

When your vehicle is involved in a collision, the damage you can see is only part of the...