Monterey Collision & Auto Repair

Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash   Have any of you been involved in a car accident, and you didn't have insurance? Driving without insurance can put you and those around you at risk, leaving you open to financial hardship and legal consequences! At CARSTAR Auto Body Repair, we partner with the best insurance companies available to keep you and your family protected!. This month we are proud to spotlight our partners at Farmers Insurance!   Farmers Insurance has been serving the United States for almost 100 years, since 1928! Making them a legacy brand "tried and trued" and trusted by American citizens for generations. Their motto of "Whenever & Wherev ... read more

Photo by Alexandre Boucher on Unsplash Collisions are one of the most dangerous situations drivers face daily. In fact, car accidents are the leading cause of significant injuries to Americans. As we navigate life, it’s easy to get distracted by cell phones, daily routines, and the chaos of our schedules. These distractions, though common, pose serious risks on the road. It’s crucial that we stay alert and “keep our heads on a swivel” to recognize and avoid potential hazards.   By understanding the common causes of collisions, we can take steps to ensure safer travels. Here are some of the most frequent culprits behind car accidents in the United States:   Speeding: The Danger of ... read more

Photo by Aaron Burden on Unsplash   With the weather feeling just right and the leaves turning their autumn shades of color, now is a great time to hit the road and enjoy a road trip! Some of our favorite memories on a road trip centered around the music we were listening to on the road. We were blasting "Bohemian Rhapsody" with everyone in the car singing along. These are some of our fondest memories, and a good playlist can make your trip that much better!   Spotify has a huge compendium of amazing playlists, and many of them are built especially for road trips! They have a playlist for every generation and every genre of music! Got a car full of millennials who want to relive the 90's? They have you cov ... read more

Photo by Jamie Street on Unsplash   Tomorrow is October 5th, national "Do Something Nice for Someone" day! A day that reminds us to reach out to strangers and those we love to perform simple acts of kindness. These small gestures of kindness can make a big impact on the world around you, hopefully starting a chain reaction of people "paying it forward." The world would be a better place if we all took the time to do something nice from time to time!   How many times have you been stranded on the side of the road, dialing AAA and wishing someone would stop and help you out instead! I know we all have stories like this, standing under the pounding sun, dead battery, and cars keep on flying by! This is the ... read more