Holiday Road Trip Preparation
‘Tis the season to gather with friends and family, and for many of us, that means making arrangements to hit the road to visit those we love the most. But as wonderful as the holiday season is, it can also be stressful—especially if you plan on throwing travel coordination on top of your other plans. […]
Keep Your Vehicle’s Technology in Mind When It’s Time for Repairs
You know the saying, “They sure don’t make them the way they used to.” Well, that’s especially true when it comes to cars. The innovations available in today’s vehicles were hard to imagine even ten, fifteen years ago. Altogether, the features on modern vehicles serve to enhance the experience for drivers and passengers alike, as […]
Common Hazards to Car Paint
There are, unfortunately, a lot of substances that can damage your car paint. Many are easy to repair, others are not. Here are a few of the irritants that can cause damage, and what to do if they come in contact with your vehicle. Brake Fluid Non-silicone-based brake fluid can act like paint thinner and […]
All About Paintless Dent Repair
Paintless dent repair (or PDR) is a viable option for minor dents, whether from hail, road debris, or other small dings or creases that occur over the life of the vehicle. While we definitely wouldn’t recommend it in all scenarios, paintless dent repair is a service Hammer’s Autoworks offers and one we’re pleased to discuss […]
Understanding Shop Certifications
Hammer’s Autoworks is very proud of its certifications. We are an OEM Certified Shop and I-CAR Gold Certified. That means a lot to us, but unless you’re in the autobody repair business, it likely doesn’t mean all that much to you. However, when the day arrives that you find yourself in need of auto body […]
How a Seemingly Minor Front-End Fender Bender Can Lead to Major Problems Down the Road
Whether someone has accidentally bumped into your vehicle, or you’ve been the one doing the rear-ending, there are a number of things that may have happened to either or both vehicles that deserve attention. Even if it looks like nothing—sometimes, especially if it looks like nothing. Save yourself from some potentially significant problems and expenses […]
Protocols to Protect Customers Amidst COVID-19 Coronavirus
On an almost hourly basis, new facts about the unprecedented pandemic of the COVID-19 Coronavirus are revealed. Our nation’s leadership is working in cooperation with other global leaders and scientists from the U.S. and around the world to determine the best protocols for halting the wave of this dangerous disease. Hammer’s is committed to following […]
Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Airbags But Were Afraid to Ask
Hidden within the body of your vehicle, airbags are a pretty impressive component in your car’s safety system. Drivers and passengers both have a much higher chance of surviving a crash when airbags deploy. Although we hope they remain safely tucked away for you, here are some good facts to know about those sophisticated safety […]
Safe Travels over Thanksgiving
A commonly misunderstood statistic about Thanksgiving driving is that the roads are busiest the Wednesday before and the Sunday after Turkey Day. However, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics reports that Thanksgiving Day itself is busier than the day before for drivers. For the return drive home, Thursday through Sunday are all about equal in the […]
Actually, There’s No Excuse for Not Using Your Turn Signal
A few years ago, the Society of Automotive Engineers made headlines with one dramatic and surprising statement: the failure to use turn signals presents a more pressing safety risk than distracted driving. Here’s how they arrived at this conclusion: by observing a total of 12,000 lane-changing and turning vehicles. Of these 12,000 vehicles, 25% didn’t […]