FOCWA Auto Body Repair

Does FOCWA have auto body shops?

There are over 1,100 companies affiliated with FOCWA. These companies primarily specialize in repairing damage to cars, travel trailers, motorhomes, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles. They also build trailers and vehicle bodies. If your car is damaged, you can have it repaired by a FOCWA-affiliated repair shop. A repair shop receives FOCWA certification if it meets the organization’s quality standards and stays up to date on changes in the market. When you have your car repaired at a FOCWA-affiliated repair shop, you can be sure your car is in good hands.

Is FOCWA a reliable auto glass repair shop?

If you have your car repaired at a FOCWA-certified repair shop, you can be sure that it will be repaired professionally. Repair shops affiliated with FOCWA must meet the quality standards set by FOCWA. For businesses that wish to operate (or continue to operate) as FOCWA-certified businesses, FOCWA enforces a clear selection policy that includes annual inspections.

What are the FOCWA terms and conditions?

FOCWA does, however, set a number of conditions for companies wishing to become members. For example, all members must comply with the FOCWA Standard. The FOCWA Standard is a quality standard developed by FOCWA and coordinated with industry stakeholders. The FOCWA Standard is audited by external parties and guarantees quality and craftsmanship. The FOCWA Standard applies to all types of repair work. This ensures that your car is repaired in accordance with manufacturer specifications or the guidelines of RCAR-affiliated research centers, always using original parts.

How does the FOCWA claims settlement process work?

Using the FOCWA claims settlement process offers you many benefits. Here, we briefly describe what happens if you have damage and have it repaired in accordance with the FOCWA process.

1. You will receive your vehicle documents and a replacement car. The repair shop will make a copy of your vehicle documents (driver’s license, registration certificate, green card) and accept the signed accident report form.

2. You don't have to do anything at all with the insurance company.

3. The garage will also replace the license plate if necessary. If your license plate needs to be replaced, they will take the necessary steps to do so. This will be taken care of automatically and in a timely manner.

4. The garage will draw up a repair schedule. After a quick assessment of the damage, they will provide you with a repair schedule. This will give you an idea of when you can pick up your repaired car.

As a comprehensive insurance policyholder, you do not have to wait until an exact estimate of the damage has been made.

5. Take your personal belongings with you. Remove your personal (valuable) belongings from your car. This will prevent any misunderstandings regarding the possible loss of your personal belongings.

6. The garage will take everything, and you'll receive a rental car. You'll be given the car keys ( and your driver's license) and can get back on the road with the rental car.

7. You will receive a phone call letting you know when you can pick up your repaired car.

8. Drive the replacement car to the FOCWA Eurogarant dealership and return it with an empty tank and the car keys.

9. The garage will return your car to you all cleaned up, and everything has been taken care of with the insurance company. Your car is ready to go, fully repaired, and cleaned.

10. You will try to identify where the damage was.

You won't be able to do that. There's no sign of the damage anymore!