http://www.safecollisionrepairs.com/artman2/publish/ Diminished Value | Auto Repair Mon, 11 May 2009 13:30:44 PST en-us http://www.safecollisionrepairs.com/artman2/publish/parts_labor_materials/auto_safety_expert_byron_bloch_capa_aftermarket_parts.shtml Parts Labor and Materials <span style="FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Auto safety expert, Byron Bloch, has issues with the fact that aftermarket sheetmetal parts, including CAPA Certified parts, are not crash tested. Additionally, Bloch states that because the parts are often made of metals with dissimilar properties and characteristics than original OEM parts, their use may prevent a car from folding predictably in a crash. Both text and audio versions of this article are provided so consumers will understand the importance of choosing OEM replacement sheetmetal parts after a crash so a vehicle can remain in full compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.</span> Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:06:10 PST http://www.safecollisionrepairs.com/artman2/publish/parts_labor_materials/auto_safety_expert_byron_bloch_capa_aftermarket_parts.shtml