Sudden Impact Auto Body prefers to use OEM (original equipment manufacturer) parts made by or for the manufacturer of your vehicle. These are equivalent to the original parts on your vehicle. Insurance companies set their own policies on parts they cover. Sometimes they only approve new after market parts, which are copies of the OEM parts. They tend to be of lesser quality than OEM parts. If you prefer OEM parts, you can speak to your insurance adjuster for authorization. If you would like to find out more about OEM parts you can visit our article here.