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From the Magazine: Collision repair at a crossroads

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Similarly, a sudden drop in used car prices from post-COVID highs resulted in many vehicles not being repaired. For instance, as vehicles become more complex, the cost of repairing crash parts with all the added sensors and technology might lead to higher total loss ratios as these cars depreciate.

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ICE vs. Electric Vehicles: Which Is Cheaper and Easier To Maintain?

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However, traditional gasoline cars, with their internal combustion engines (ICE), are still common on American roads. Gas-powered cars (ICE) have ruled the country for decades, but rising fuel prices and EV tax breaks are shifting the conversation. Furthermore, EVs use only 50% of energy compared to gas-powered cars.