@Derick Perkins I work at West Marine. We sell all of the materials needed to effect repairs on construction similar to the Aptera's and it can be done without expensive tools or welding equipment. I would be able to do many repairs myself that would otherwise require a trip to a body shop. Just because it is different, does not mean it is expensive or difficult. Many bumps that would result in crushed metal will only need a scuff repair on an Aptera.
with the body of the Aptera is made from a honeycomb fiber material, any body wonder how it would get repaired if it was involved in an accident??