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Trusted Regina Auto Body Pros at Bergen’s Auto Body Explain Supply Chain Issues Affecting The Auto Industry

Bergens Auto Body is a Regina family collision repair and auto body shop and from the moment you call you will be treated like family! They are proud to have an amazing 80 Years Auto Body Experience, and they have been serving Regina Auto Body needs for over 30 Years....they have a loyal customer base that simply wouldn't think of going anywhere else. Bergens are Regina's best OEM Certified, SGI Accredited Collision repair shop and Bergen's Auto Body is a Trusted Regina Auto Body Shop.

Here at Bergen’s Auto Body & Collision Centre, we treat you like family and that means we work hard to give your vehicles back to you properly and most importantly safely!

Please Be Kind

We currently have a situation that has never been a problem or concern in the past. Our suppliers are having huge issues accessing all parts from their manufacturers.

We are sure that you have probably heard about supply chain issues in the news, so hopefully you will recognize that this is not a Bergen’s problem, this is a global problem due to the Pandemic.

Please be patient, as we are doing everything we can to move things forward, but there is only so much we can do. The delays cause major issues with our work flow in the shop,  and at times is has  been overwhelming for the Bergens Auto Body staff. Please know that we are working our hardest and trying our best to get those vehicles to you as quickly and safely as we can.”- Jon Bergen

How Can You Help?

If you have minimal damages for repair, such as small windshield cracks and tiny dings on your bodywork, we would appreciate it if you would hold off contacting us for repair until summer.  Right now we have to prioritize the worst damaged vehicle, as we need get our most in need clients vehicles back on the road.

Please be kind as we navigate this new normal . We can’t accommodate our clients the way we want to, and we all look forward to the issues being resolved soon!

Thank you for your understanding.
John and Bergen’s team

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Bergens AutoBody Trusted Regina Auto Body Tip On Collision Avoidance Technology

Bergens Auto Body is a Regina family collision repair and auto body shop and from the moment you call you will be treated like family! They are proud to have an amazing 80 Years Auto Body Experience, and they have been serving Regina Auto Body needs for over 30 Years....they have a loyal customer base that simply wouldn't think of going anywhere else. Bergens are Regina's best OEM Certified, SGI Accredited Collision repair shop and Bergen's Auto Body is a Trusted Regina Auto Body Shop.

Collision- avoidance is advanced technology available on an ever-growing range of vehicles.

Could you ever have imagined a time in your life when your car would be able to “see” other vehicles or pedestrians?  This amazing technology is now readily available, and that means many new cars and trucks can now anticipate collisions, and automatically apply the brakes or take corrective steering actions!!

Some of these capabilities, such as forward-collision warning systems, have been around for a few years, mostly on high-end luxury cars. Others, like steering assist, are just getting added. We are happy to share that collision-avoidance systems are getting better and are spreading to mainstream cars.

Radar, Cameras and Lasers Utilized in Collision Avoidance Systems

These cutting-edge active safety systems rely on a number of sensors, cameras, lasers, and short- and long-range radar. They monitor what is going on around the vehicle—vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and even road signs—as well as the vehicle itself. Inputs are processed by computers, which then prompt some action from the car or the driver. Those actions may start with attention-grabbers, such as a beep, a flashing dashboard icon, a tug from the seatbelt, or a vibration in the seat or steering wheel. If the driver doesn’t respond, the more advanced systems then apply partial or full braking force. If a warning system emits too many inappropriate alerts, however, then there is an increasing temptation to switch it off.

“In the end, these systems can do a lot of good in preventing crashes from happening in the first place. But it’s still very important for drivers to realize that no matter how much collision-avoidance technology is on your vehicle it never reduces the need to stay alert at all time.” Jon Bergen

Here at Bergen’s Auto Body & Collision Centre, we treat you like family and that means we work hard to give your vehicles back to you properly and most importantly safely!


Bergen’s Auto Body & Collision Centre will treat you like family and that means they work hard to give your vehicles back to you properly and most importantly safely!

Bergen's AutoBody & Collision Centre are TRUSTED REGINA AUTO BODY & Collision Repair Expert 







Trusted Regina Auto Body Shop Bergen's Auto Body Share a Handy Back to School Vehicle Checklist

Bergens Auto Body is a local family collision repair business and from the moment you walk in the door you will be treated like family! 

They are proud to have an amazing 80 Years Auto Body Experience, and they have been serving Regina Auto Body needs for over 30 Years....they have a loyal customer base that simply wouldn't think of going anywhere else. Bergen's Auto Body are a  Trusted Regina Auto Body Shop, they offer courtesy cars to their clients and they specialize in foreign vehicles. In their latest Trusted Regina Auto Body Tip they share information on paint matching. 

BERGEN'S AUTO BODY SHARE A HANDY BACK TO SCHOOL VEHICLE CHECKLIST

Back to school checklists aren't just for school supplies of books and papers.  Bergen's Auto Body also wants to remind you that your vehicle needs to be back to school ready as well. 


Are you sending a son or daughter off to University with a car? Or will they be driving to and from high school?  Is your carpool schedule starting up, with your kids in the car, plus a few extras? Make sure you have our Back-to-School checklist for your vehicle completed as part of your school preparation this year, you’ll be glad you did!


Just a reminder to make sure all maintenance and safety items are checked and ready to go.  Look over this checklist and make sure your (or your child’s) car is ready to go!

  • Check your oil level and condition. You have heard it before, but we all need a little reminder to keep up the maintenance on our cars (myself included!)  This is the most basic maintenance item to check off.  If you let go too long, having little to no oil can cause extreme engine damage (often requiring total engine replacement!).  All cars need adequate oil to keep moving parts lubricated and to keep engine friction to a minimum, so keep up on your oil changes!
  • Headlights and brake lights. Be sure your lights are operational – brake lights that are burned out are a ticketable offence.  For safety, you need to be able to see and be seen.
  • Brakes. Do they stop your car quickly and immediately?  Are you hearing any grinding during braking?  Brake pads or shoes (and the rotors or drums that they press against) are a “wear” item and are intended to be replaced when they become thin.  Extremely hard brake pads may last a long time, but they can be squeaky and noisy and could wear drums and warp rotors prematurely.  Brake pads should be replaced, and rotors machined, periodically to keep them wearing evenly and braking smoothly. Make sure you have them checked by an expert auto technician.
  • Tires are your vehicle’s only contact with the road. Will they provide the traction you need to corner and stop in rain or slick road conditions and are they appropriate for the road conditions where you or your student will be driving?  Check the tread. If your tread is less than 2/32” the tire should be replaced. Check for correct tire pressure
  • Not sure where to find your tire pressure? Look on the sticker on the driver’s side door jamb or in your owner’s manual.

 

  •  Check your windshield wiper fluid. Visibility is vital to driving safety – be sure you are able to clean your windshield quickly if you are hit by a big bug or run into dust or (oh no!) snow.
  • Fluid levels and condition. Coolant and transmission fluid keeps your engine and transmission cool and lubricated.  Levels should be checked periodically to make sure there is adequate fluid with no leaks in the system.  Coolant should be changed every 50-100,000 miles (or every 4-5 years).  Transmission fluid should be flushed and filled every 40-60,000 miles (please check your Owner’s Manual for recommendations specific to your vehicle).  Brake and power steering fluids should also be monitored and topped off or changed as needed.
  • Test and clean the battery. Is the battery adequate to start your vehicle consistently, and run all of the electrical systems in your car?  Batteries may need to be replaced every 3-5 years and offer little to no warning that they are failing.  Check the date of the battery (located on top). Corrosion should periodically be cleaned off battery posts and cables to maintain an amperage level and a good electrical ground.
  • Proof of insurance.  Make sure your student has the current auto insurance card inside the vehicle or in their wallet or purse.  You may want to add Roadside Assistance to the policy if they will be going to University out of town.
  • Emergency kit for the car.  Get one inside the vehicle if you don’t already have one.  Find one with a set of jumper cables included in case a battery fails.  Many kits also include instructions printed on the bag for the cables.  Or if you have a kit already, be sure that it is updated with any medication, and other first-aid items that may have been used previously.  Be sure it is well stocked and with items needed for the part of the country you or your student will be taking the vehicle.

  • Jack and spare tire.  Be sure they are in the vehicle and the spare is in good shape.  You don’t want to need either and find them missing if you have a flat tire. Also, make sure everyone driving  knows HOW to change a tire ( and where to find the spare)

Bergen’s Auto Body & Collision Centre, treat you like family and that means w work hard to give your vehicles back to you properly and most importantly safely!


Trusted Regina Partner Bergen's Auto Body - COVID-19 continued service plan for the health and safety of staff and customers

Bergens Auto Body is a Regina family collision repair and auto body shop and from the moment you call you will be treated like family! They are proud to have an amazing 80 Years Auto Body Experience, and they have been serving Regina Auto Body needs for over 30 Years....they have a loyal customer base that simply wouldn't think of going anywhere else. Bergens are Regina's best OEM Certified, SGI Accredited Collision repair shop and  Bergen's Auto Body is a Trusted Regina Auto Body Shop.

COVID-19 Continued Service Plan - for the health and safety of staff and customers

At Bergens Autobody we treat you like family and we don't want our family members getting sick. With growing concerns around the novel coronavirus (COVID‑19), we wanted to reach out to you to share the actions we are taking to ensure our shop is clean and safe for you, our team members and the community we serve.  As such while no cases have been reported at our location we are committed to doing our part.
The following is a list of measures that we are taking:

  • We are now offering pick-up and drop-off services. Including rental vehicles, if you have been approved
  • You can drop off your vehicle and keys in our dropbox outside without coming in.
  • We accept payments over the phone and you can sign for documents when we drop your vehicle off to you if you choose
  • All communication can be done via phone, text or email.
  • All surfaces inside vehicles are cleaned and sanitized with a particular focus on high contact areas.
  • Our staff use gloves and masks while working on your vehicle.
  • As outlined by health officials, staff practice frequent hand washing and refrain from handshaking.
  • We have increased hand sanitizer stations for both staff and customers.

We recognize that you may have upcoming appointments, we continue to offer you the flexibility to meet your needs so you don't have to leave home.

To keep our community safe, if you or any members of your household are feeling unwell, please let us know and we will rebook your appointment at a time convenient to you.


Sincerely, 

Jonathon Bergen
Bergens Autobody

Bergen’s Auto Body & Collision Centre will treat you like family and that means they work hard to give your vehicles back to you properly and most importantly safely!

Bergen's AutoBody & Collision Centre are TRUSTED REGINA AUTO BODY EXPERT


Trusted Regina Auto body Shop Bergens Auto Body answers CAN YOU PAINT MATCH MY VEHICLE?

Bergens Auto Body is a local family collision repair business and from the moment you walk in the door you will be treated like family! 

They are proud to have an amazing 80 Years Auto Body Experience, and they have been serving Regina Auto Body needs for over 30 Years....they have a loyal customer base that simply wouldn't think of going anywhere else. Bergen's Auto Body are a  Trusted Regina Auto Body Shop, they offer courtesy cars to their clients and they specialize in foreign vehicles. In their latest Trusted Regina Auto Body Tip they share information on paint matching. 

CAN BERGENS AUTO BODY GUARANTEE PAINT MATCHING?


Q: WILL THE PAINT MATCH ON MY VEHICLE AFTER MY AUTO BODY / COLLISION REPAIRS ARE DONE?

So you need to get you car fixed after an accident or collision. A safe repair is most important to the customers of our body shop in Regina, SK   but most consumers of newer vehicles are really concerned that the vehicle gets returned to its factory appearance. There are many techniques we employ to make a color match exactly to the rest of the factory paint on the car, such as blending and tinting. As auto body repair professionals we are faced with many challenges in matching the factory paint, so we thought we would share the process and challenges with you.

First challenge: The Factory Standard

The first challenge is the factory standard. Today, the average paint code has between three to seven alternates that are worth formulating. There is actually more but the auto paint manufacturers have narrowed them to down to keep the databases simple to use.

So why do the car manufacturers have so many variances?

Most manufacturers have three major paint suppliers. The manufacturer decides on a standard color for production and submits a painted sample to their suppliers. The paint manufacturer then produces a formula for the “standard sample” and is allowed a tolerance of plus or minus 5% when they deliver the paint.

Second challenge: Manufacturers geographical variance

The plant in the east coast may be getting a 5% shade greener on a blue metallic standard and the plant in the west coast may be getting a 5% shade violet on the same blue metallic standard. When compared side by side, they look like a completely different colour. This is the reason the paint manufacturers usually have the standard formula followed by two alternates. If the alternates are not available, the painter in the body shop usually mixes the standard formula and tints it accordingly.

The second reason for variances in paint colours is the metallic colour applications. The metallic colours are now classified in 7 categories. Extra fine, fine, medium, medium coarse, coarse, and extra coarse. The metallic colours control the value (lightness and darkness) of the color similar to what white does in a pastel color.



Metallic colors will cause variances in color when applied. Temperature, paint film thickness, flash off time between coats, fluid tip sizes, speed of the spray gun, surface type (Plastic or Metal) and humidity will all cause the color to shift lighter or darker.

The rule of thumb: the longer it takes to dry, the darker the color will change as it dries. This is caused by pigment flotation. The metallic flakes will settle down to the bottom of the paint film and push the pigment up causing the color to shift darker.

Yet despite these challenges, a good auto body painter can match your factory paint, using manufacturers’ paint codes, spray panel testing, and here at Bergens we have decades of good old-fashioned experience. 

So the answer is yes, the paint will match if you are using a reputable body shop like Bergens.

Bergen’s Auto Body & Collision Centre, they treat you like family and that means w work hard to give your vehicles back to you properly and most importantly safely!


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