5 Signs Your Car Has Hidden Damage After an Accident

Walk around your car and look at the lines around your doors, hood, and trunk. Are the gaps between the panels tight and even? Uneven gaps are a classic sign the car's frame is slightly bent.

When you drive over a bump or make a sharp turn, do you hear any creaking or groaning sounds you didn't hear before? That could be a stressed or damaged part of the frame or suspension.

On a straight, flat road, let go of the wheel for just a second (safely!). Does the car pull hard to the left or right? A serious drift after an impact can point to hidden structural problems.

If your 'Airbag' (SRS) or 'ABS' light stays on after even a minor hit, it means a critical safety system was compromised during the impact and needs a professional diagnostic scan.

Look at your front tires. Is the tread on the inside or outside edge wearing down much faster than the rest of the tire? Uneven tire wear is a telltale sign that the impact bent part of your suspension or frame.