Trades - Automotive (engine damage and repairs)

Introduction

Experts in this field are specialist focused their studies on automotive repairs, especially in regards to engine damage. These experts will be professionals who have experience in identifying the problems affecting engines, and in the repair of said issues. Some of the major causes of engine damage include accidents, lack of oil, engine misfiring, seal and gasket damage, or overheating.

Automotive experts can be of great help to the legal process. They may be required to comment on the cause of engine damage or on the quality of the management of the vehicle both preceding the damage and in the repair of it. They are also useful for identifying issues of fraud where services may have been needlessly provided. These investigations can often provide crucial evidence in cases. They can also comment on safety measures in place at auto-repair stores and help create safety policy.

Experts in this area come from many professional backgrounds. Most will have come from an auto-repairs background themselves, or have worked alongside machinery as engineers or specialists. Some may also be machinists or industrial designers. The specific specialisation and background needed in your auto repair expert will be determined by the matter which requires examination.

At the bottom of this profile are brief details of a number of the experts that Expert Experts represents. Call our office to discuss your requirements and to obtain a recommendation that suits your needs and budget.

Expertise in Action

Experts in automotive repairs can be called upon to assist in policy design, enforcement and creation of safety measures, injuries sustained during the repair process, and the quality of auto-service provided in a case, as well as many more.

Sample Reports

For some fields of expertise we have some sample sections of de-identified reports. Please contact our office if you are interested in a sample.

Cost

The overall cost of expert opinion depends on the services required. Some of the key factors that affect the cost of advice include:

• The need for a view or inspection of a location
• The quantity of documentary material to be reviewed
• Whether there are reports of other experts to be reviewed and commented on in detail
• Whether there is a need for conferences with the expert either in person or by telephone/Skype

Relevant Articles 5 things that can cause major engine damage.

A useful overview of some of the causes of engine damage.

Car mechanics gear up for a more uncertain electric future.

An article on the future of auto-mechanics in the face of increasingly automated cars.

Relevant Cases Billett v Transport Accident Commission [2004] VCAT 153 (5 February 2004)

A case in which a worker was injured during an auto-repair.

Watling v Mazza T/as Penrith Engine Services [2003] NSWCTTT 388 (22 April 2003)

The case involves damages to a vehicle during a repair. An expert in the field of motor vehicle repair provided evidence.

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