Drowsy Driving: How Fatigue Can Lead to Collisions
Drowsy driving can happen at any time, though time changes can certainly play a large factor. As we move into March—with busy schedules, shifting daylight hours, and unpredictable weather—it’s a good time to pause and evaluate how alert we really are when we’re driving. Most drivers understand the risks of distracted or impaired driving. What […]
Why Your Auto Insurance Premium Is Rising
If you’ve opened your auto insurance renewal lately and felt a little shocked, you’re not alone. Across the country, drivers are seeing higher auto insurance premiums, higher deductibles, and more claim limitations—often without a clear explanation of why. At the same time, many policyholders are discovering that their insurance doesn’t cover as much as they […]
How Winter Exposes Poor Collision Damage Repair
Cold temperatures don’t just impact roads—they also reveal problems hiding beneath your vehicle’s surface. As winter sets in, drivers often notice issues they hadn’t seen before: cracked paint, misaligned panels, unusual noises, or visible gaps. In many cases, these aren’t new problems at all. They’re signs of poor past collision damage repairs finally being exposed […]
Holiday Travel: Stay Safe on the Road
The holidays bring some of the busiest travel days of the entire year—especially around Thanksgiving. Millions of drivers hit the road to visit family, attend gatherings, and make the most of the season. With heavier traffic, unpredictable weather, and more distractions, it’s also one of the highest-risk times for collisions. Before you load up the […]
Safe Driving Tips for Safe Trick or Treating
Halloween is a favorite night for families, full of costumes, candy, and excitement. But it’s also one of the most dangerous nights of the year for pedestrians—especially children. That is even more true on Halloweens that fall on a Friday or Saturday. Safe Driving Tips for Safe Trick or Treating It’s always important to keep […]
Fall Driving Hazards: What to Do If You’re in an Accident
Autumn brings crisp air, colorful leaves, and plenty of scenic drives, but it also brings added risks on the road. From darker commutes to wildlife crossings, fall driving can quickly turn dangerous if you’re not prepared. Knowing the seasonal hazards to watch for and how to respond if you’re in an accident can make all […]
Preparing for Labor Day Traffic Over the Holiday Travel
Labor Day is often seen as the unofficial end of summer, a final chance for lake trips, backyard cookouts, and family getaways before school and fall routines settle in. But with that holiday excitement comes one of the busiest and most dangerous weekends on the road. The dreaded Labor Day traffic. According to the National […]
5 Driving Reminders to Avoid Car Wrecks This Fall
Families across the region are shifting into back-to-school mode. Along with new backpacks, earlier bedtimes, and packed lunchboxes comes something else: a serious spike in local traffic. And with that, increased odds for car wrecks. Between school buses, hurried drop-offs, and teenage drivers still learning the ropes, it’s no surprise that August and September see […]
Top 5 Summer Driving Hazards
Summer is the season of freedom—road trips, long weekends, and more time on the road. But with more drivers, unpredictable weather, and seasonal distractions, summer also brings an increase in accidents. At Hammer’s Autoworks, we see the aftermath all too often. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to the most common summer driving hazards—and […]
Know Your Insurance Rights After an Auto Accident
After an auto accident, you’re dealing with enough—making sure everyone is okay, filing a police report, and getting your insurance involved. What many vehicle owners don’t realize is that you have the right to choose where your car is repaired. But insurance companies don’t always make that clear. In fact, most insurers will try to […]