Sudden Impact Auto Body & Paint Shop

You may want to double-check your insurance coverage to ensure yo have “Comprehensive Coverage”. This covers tree limbs falling on your vehicle, wind and water damage. Buy your insurance from a local agent to make transactions smooth and seamless!

Drivers say they ended up with car trouble after Take 5 oil change or other maintenance

We hope all of the fathers out there felt loved and appreciated this weekend!

Allstate customers: Think about this when Allstate says that they can’t pay for the proper repairs on your vehicle!

When you go to an insurance company’s “preferred shop”, “pre-approved shop” or a shop that is “on their list”, you are likely going to a shop where your insurance company, not you, are the customer. Your repairs will be determined based on cost savings to your insurance company, not with the value of your vehicle or your safety in mind.

Akron man blames auto shop for faulty repair: ‘Your negligence could have killed me’ A Northeast Ohio man claims faulty auto repair work almost caused him to crash his jeep.

When you see one of the few remaining World War II veterans, shake their hand, give them a hug and say “Thank you!”

When You Go Home, Tell Them Of Us And Say, For Your Tomorrow, We Gave Our Today!

We will remember them.

This thought always crosses my mind…remember this when you’re advocating for proper repairs on your vehicle!

As you’re watching the Super Bowl and your seeing the millions/billions of dollars your insurance company is spending your premium dollars on, remember this and remind your adjuster of this as they are denying portions of your claim. 😂😂

Please be patient with us…we have no phones or internet. Spectrum says it should be back on around 3:30 today.

Happy birthday to Sudden Impact’s own Irish twins!

Happy Friday!!!! Enjoy your weekend!!

Good news for North Carolinians in this article! (check the last sentence!) Rising repair costs are cited as one of the reasons insurance rates are increasing. We see this everyday as vehicles become more complicated with new technology and more parts. In 2007 a base model Honda Accord bumper had 5-7 components attached to it; a 2024 Honda Accord bumper can have over 20 components!

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What's Driving Car Insurance Rate Hikes in 2024? The average cost of full coverage car insurance across the U.S. going into 2024 is projected to be $1,984 per year, or about $165 per month.

A Collision Christmas by Chat GPT

'Twas the night before Christmas, in the collision repair bay,
Not a wrench was stirring, no tools in disarray.

The cars were all parked with precision and care,
In hopes that Saint Towing soon would be there.

The body shop techs were nestled in coveralls,
While visions of welds danced in repair stalls.

And the estimators in their offices, and I in my cap,
Had just settled down for a long winter's nap.

When out on the lot there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from my desk to see what was the matter.

Away to the window, I flew like a flash,
Tore open the blinds and threw up the sash.

The moon on the hoods of the newly repaired
Gave a luster of midday to fenders prepared.

When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a tow truck, with St. Nicholas shifting gears.

With a seasoned old driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.

More rapid than tow cables, his coursers they came,
And he whistled and shouted and called them by name:

"Now, Fender! now, Bumper! now, Quarter and Door!
On, Chassis! on, Paint Job! on, Windshield and Floor!

To the front of the shop, to the back of the lot!
Now tow away, tow away, tow away hot!"

As scraps that before the compactor fly,
When they meet with an accident, mount to the sky.

So up to the shop's entrance, the tow truck it flew,
With a bed full of wrecks, and St. Nicholas too.

And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the ground,
The unloading and banging of parts all around.

As I drew in my head and was turning around,
Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.

He was dressed in coveralls, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with engine grease and soot.

A bundle of tools he had flung on his back,
And he looked like a mechanic just opening his pack.

His eyes—how they twinkled! His dimples, how merry!
His cheeks were like airbags, his nose like a cherry!

His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow,
And the beard on his chin was as white as the snow.

The stump of a wrench he held tight in his teeth,
And the smoke, it encircled his head like a wreath.

He had a broad face and a little round belly,
That shook when he laughed, like a bowl full of jelly!

He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf,
And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself!

A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread.

He spoke not a word but went straight to his work,
Inspecting each fender, then turned with a jerk.

And laying his finger aside of his nose,
Giving a nod, to the tow truck he goes.

He sprang to his truck, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all towed like the down of a thistle.

But I heard him exclaim as he drove out of sight,
"Happy Christmas to all, and to all a smooth ride!"

Culver’s in Salisbury is selling these “coupon calendars”. They are $5 and have over $50.00 in coupons. The proceeds benefit the West Rowan High School FFA. This is an awesome organization that provides amazing opportunities for the students involved! Donate today while rewarding yourself with treats!

In order for our employees to take their little ghouls trick or treating, Sudden Impact will be closing today at 5:00.

Happy Halloween from Sudden Impact 🎃

***Career Opportunity***
Sudden Impact Collision & Mechanical is looking for a refinishing technician to take over the lead refinishing position. Our current refinishing technician is still on staff and will be available to assist with on-boarding.
Tasks will include, but are not limited to, some masking, retrieving paint codes, mixing/tinting paint, refinishing, surface correction, managing inventory of supplies and maintaining a clean work space.
2 years of experience is attractive but not necessary. I-CAR certifications are preferred but not required.
This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday. No nights, no weekends required! We are a repair facility with very low employee turnover. Compensation is extremely competitive in a laid-back environment. Quality is emphasized over quantity.
Our reputation is built on being the best and we are looking for a refinisher who wants to be the best and enjoy the best quality of life. We like to work hard and love to play hard! Our team enjoys outings such as Top Golf, go-karts, concerts and meals together with our families. Weekly breakfasts are provided with the whole crew.
If you’re looking for growth in your trade, a solid foundation for your career and to build friends and family to support you in doing so; give us a call to schedule an appointment! We’d love to have you come so that we can meet each other and answer any questions

Some of our customers have had to go this route in the last few years. The system has been working beneficially for our customers. If you have any questions about this process or need a recommendation for an independent appraiser, we can help!

What to do when your auto insurance company disputes repairs Earlier this year a Central Texas teacher hit a deer on her way to work. When her auto insurance company disagreed with the body shop's repair estimate by thous

22 years have passed so quickly! We pray for unity in this country like we had on September 12, 2001.

It’s FRIDAY!!!!!!!🥳🎉

Parents and teens, please check this article out!

100 Deadliest Days: Teen drivers a concern in the upcoming summer months The "100 deadliest days" for teen drivers is here

WE'RE HIRING!!!! We are seeking an experienced auto mechanic for our well established auto repair shop in Salisbury, NC. Mechanic must have 5+ years experience, on all makes and models, from oil changes, computer diagnostics to heavy mechanical repairs. This is a full time position, no weekends. Mechanic must have a positive attitude and be willing to work with our team on diagnosis, repair and billing. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Certifications are a plus, but not required. Competitive pay, paid holidays. Please call Kristen at 704-633-6188 to set up an appointment.