28 August 2026
What is the first step after an accident?
After an accident, the first priority is not immediate repair but safe and documented handling of the situation. Check people first, secure the vehicle and note the visible damage before the car is moved.
What information helps during towing and service handover?
The driver should explain which side was hit, whether the vehicle can move, whether warning lights appeared, whether there is coolant or oil leakage and whether the wheel angle changed. These details help the service team inspect the car more accurately.
What should be checked at the service?
The inspection should cover body parts, suspension, cooling system, electronics and safety sensors. A damaged bumper, headlight, fender, radiator support, wiring or radar mount can create fitment issues during repair.
Why parts fitment matters after an accident
For BYD, Changan, Geely, Chery, Haval and other Chinese vehicles, the same body part may differ by year, trim and market version. That is why Chinese car spare part fitment should be checked by VIN, part code and real photos before ordering.
Conclusion
The correct sequence after an accident is safety, towing, service handover, diagnostics and then parts selection. This reduces wrong orders and makes the repair process more controlled.
