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Welcome to OKC Auto Work’s collection of auto related topics and information relevant to vehicle safety, auto maintenance, collision repair, and other car & truck info. If you don’t see any articles about automobile things that would be interesting or helpful to you, please message us and let us know what you would like to read more about and we will see what we can do to include it.

deer collision, deer hit, deer crash, hitting a deer
December 3, 2023

What to do when you’re unable to avoid hitting a deer

It’s that time of year again where we see an increase in deer related auto accidents coming in for repairs. While it is not unusual for us to repair “deer hits” throughout the year, we see an increase in these type of accidents between October and January during rut season. For this reason we published...
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deer-related accidents and deer crashes or deer hits
November 20, 2023

Tips to Avoid Deer-Related Auto Accidents

Deer-related auto accidents, also known as “deer hits”, are unfortunately common, especially in areas where deer populations intersect with roads and highways. According to the Oklahoma Insurance Department, deer-related auto accidents account for nearly 200 deaths each year and over $3.6 billion in automobile damage.  Here are some insights into these accidents and tips on...
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14 safety tips for drivers on Halloween
October 31, 2023

14 Safety Tips for Drivers on Halloween

Halloween can be a fun and festive holiday, but it also presents some unique safety challenges for drivers. Here are some safety tips for drivers on Halloween: Drive Slowly: Be extra cautious and drive at a slower speed, especially in residential areas where children may be trick-or-treating. Watch for children darting out from between parked...
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15 scary things to avoid doing in your vehicle
October 18, 2023

Scary Things to Avoid Doing with Your Car

Avoiding certain activities with your car is crucial for safety and to ensure the longevity of your vehicle. Here are some scary things to avoid doing with your car: Distracted Driving: Using your phone, texting, or engaging in other distracting activities while driving can lead to accidents. Always stay focused on the road.Speeding: Excessive speeding...
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preparing your car for cooler weather
September 28, 2023

15 Key Steps to Prepare a Vehicle for Cooler Weather

We have been in the Fall season a week now and while it doesn’t yet feel different from Summer, intuitively we know cooler temps are around the corner. Just like the cooler temps affect us as humans, it also has some impact to your vehicle. These effects can be minimized simply by preparing your car...
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low tire and hot temperatures outside make the perfect setting for bad consequences to occur
August 29, 2023

Driving on a low tire when it’s hot outside

It has been extremely hot this summer here in Oklahoma. We are all aware how the heat affects our bodies, as well as our electric bills, but many don’t realize that this heat also has an effect on your vehicle’s tires. Extreme temperatures, both cold and hot, affect your tires…add to it low tires pressure...
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accidents often happen in construction work zones, construction zones and driving, driving hazards in work zones
July 13, 2023

The Dangers of Driving in Construction Work Zones

If you drive around Oklahoma, particularly in and around the Oklahoma City Metro area, you have seen firsthand how road construction mucks up the flow of traffic. Construction zones (also called work zones or construction work zones) can be dangerous for both construction workers and motorists. According to the National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse,...
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hail supplements are very common with hail damage repairs and PDR
June 21, 2023

Hail Supplements: What are they & Why You’ll Likely Have One if You Have a Hail Claim

Let’s talk about Hail Supplements: What are they & Why You’ll Likely Have One if You Have a Hail Claim If you’ve lived in Oklahoma any length of time you are most assuredly familiar with the damage that hail can cause. In fact, there’s a good chance you have experienced storm damage personally. In the...
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auto body repairs so expensive, why is auto body so expensive, collision repair expenses, why so high
June 1, 2023

Why are auto body repairs so expensive?

If you have had auto body work done in recent years, then you know just how expensive it can be. In fact, you may have even wondered, “Why are auto body repairs so expensive?” This is certainly a question that many of our estimators have had customers ask them after receiving an estimate for a...
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