yes the OEM's primary motivation is geared towards themselves.
the OEM's design and build the cars so they know best on how to repair them safely.
face it safety sells today. modern cars are extremely safe compared to older cars
. case in point this car, 2019 Tiguan, was towed into our shop about 1 1/2 years ago. someone ran a red light at a intersection in a 45mph speed zone.
there was a 12 yo boy in the passenger seat. other than bruises and scrapes he was basically unharmed.
the cowl is pushed in about 10". the center pillar is pushed in 6" yet the center pillar is basically straight. the floor and the roof are crushed.
if someone improperly repaired this car, mig welded on the ultra high strength steel center pillar and full side surround structure instead of squeeze type resistance welding that is required for proper repairs he would probably be dead today.