What REALLY Happens When a Car Gets Dented?

Why are some dents easy to repair while others seem to fight you every step of the way?In Episode 45 of PDR Universe, Žan Vidic and Zeeshan discuss what actually happens when a car gets dented and why understanding the impact can help you become a better Paintless Dent Repair technician.We explore how different impacts affect the metal, why crowns and waves develop around dents, how lateral tension helps restore damaged panels, and why the direction of an impact can influence your repair strategy.We also discuss whether the popular "deepest to shallowest" rule always applies, the differences between steel and aluminum, the meaning of metal memory, and how to recognize stretched metal.Žan shares a memorable story about a tiny dent that looked like an easy repair but ended up costing him a replacement taillight.And we get into a detailed discussion about repairing complex damage: should you focus on the main impact first or address the surrounding crowns and waves?The episode finishes with practical advice on crown repair, knockdown techniques and choosing the right tools.Whether you're just starting out or already repairing complex damage, this episode is about learning to understand what the metal is telling you before you start working.🎓 Learn PDR:https://bestpdrtraining.com