Tom and Eds Autobody & Towing Inc

10/07/2026

👀 THAT LITTLE GAP CAN TELL YOU A LOT.

Have you ever noticed the small spaces between your car’s body panels?

The gaps around your doors, fenders, hood, and trunk should generally look even and consistent. When one side looks noticeably different, it can be a clue that something may not be sitting where it should.

After a collision, even damage that isn't immediately obvious can affect panel alignment.
So next time you look at your vehicle, take a closer look. 👀

Small detail. BIG clue.

📍 Find your nearest Tom & Ed’s Autobody location:
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10/02/2026

There's a special kind of stress that comes from hearing a strange noise in your car.

CLUNK.
"What was that?"

Silence.
"Maybe it was nothing."

CLUNK.
"Okay..."

Silence.
"Probably fine."

CLUNK CLUNK.
"ALRIGHT, WE'RE GOING TO TOM & EDS AUTOBODY." 😂

If your vehicle starts making a new noise, especially after an accident or impact, don't just hope it'll disappear.

📍 Find your nearest Tom & Ed's Auto Body location:
www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

New noise? Don't wait for the sequel. 😂 Get it checked!

10/01/2026

FIVE-STAR THURSDAY⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Our customers said it best! ❤️

Thank you, Kassandra Hansen, for sharing your experience with Tom & Ed’s Autobody! We’re so glad our team was able to take care of the damage to your vehicle and get everything fixed up right.

We also appreciate you mentioning how accommodating and friendly everyone was. We know dealing with vehicle damage isn’t always easy, so our goal is to make the repair process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Thank you for trusting Tom & Ed’s Autobody, Kassandra! We truly appreciate your kind words and your business. 🚗❤️

📍 Tom & Ed’s Autobody – Merrillville
8130 Taney Pl Merrillville, IN 46410
📞 (219) 736-0722

📍 Find a Tom & Ed’s Autobody location near you:
https://www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

Real customers. Real experiences. Real five stars.

09/30/2026

👀 CAN YOU SPOT WHAT'S WRONG?

This one might take a second.

At first glance, everything looks normal. But take a closer look at the passenger side.

Look at the doors.
Look at the body lines.
Look at the gaps between the panels.

Do you see it?

Drop your guess in the comments before reading the answer! 👇




ANSWER: The passenger-side front door is sitting slightly lower than it should, creating an uneven gap along the body line.

Pretty easy to miss, right? That's why those small details matter after a collision.

📍 Find your nearest Tom & Ed's Auto Body location:
http://www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

Did you spot it? Tell us what you saw! 👀

09/22/2026

👀 FEELING A NEW VIBRATION? PAY ATTENTION.

If your steering wheel suddenly starts shaking or vibrating, don't automatically assume it's something you can ignore. There can be several reasons for a vibration, including issues involving tires, wheels, alignment, suspension, or damage from an impact.

If you noticed the change after hitting something or being involved in a collision, it's especially important to have the vehicle inspected.

Your vehicle should feel predictable when you're driving it. If something suddenly feels different, that's worth paying attention to.

📍 Find your nearest Tom & Ed's Auto Body location:
www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

New vibration after an impact? Don't turn up the radio, get it checked.

09/14/2026

🚗 YOUR DOOR SHOULD FEEL THE WAY IT DID BEFORE THE ACCIDENT.

After a collision, you might notice that a door doesn't open, close, or latch quite the same way it used to.

Maybe it takes more force to close.

Maybe the gaps around the door look different.

Maybe there's a new noise when you open it.

These changes can be signs that the impact affected the door, its mounting points, or surrounding areas.

Even if the damage doesn't look dramatic, it's worth having the vehicle inspected to understand what happened.

Small changes can tell you a lot.

📍 Find your nearest Tom & Ed's Auto Body location:
www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

Notice something different after an accident? Don't ignore it. Have your vehicle checked.

09/10/2026

FIVE-STAR THURSDAY ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Our clients said it best! ❤️

Thank you, Laura Stephan, for sharing your experience with Tom & Ed’s Autobody! We’re so glad to hear you were happy with the repair work on your 2014 Honda Odyssey and that our team delivered on time, just as promised.

A special shoutout to Gerald for keeping you updated throughout the process and making sure you felt taken care of. We truly appreciate your trust and your kind words about our team!

🚗 Need collision repair? Let our Schererville team take care of you!

📍 Tom & Ed’s Autobody – Schererville
1225 Birch Dr. Schererville, IN 46375
📞 (219) 322-5220

Looking for a Tom & Ed’s location near you?
https://www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

Real customers. Real experiences. Real five stars. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

09/09/2026

👀 OKAY, CAR EXPERTS... YOUR TURN.

We've got a vehicle in front of you.

Everything looks pretty normal at first glance.

But there's one thing that's off.

🔎 Look at the panels.
🔎 Look at the gaps.
🔎 Look at the overall alignment.

Can you spot it?
Don't scroll to the comments yet. 😂
Did you spot it? 👀

Comment your answer below!

📍 Find your nearest Tom & Ed's Auto Body location:
www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

09/04/2026

😂 CARS HAVE PERFECT TIMING.

You spend three months complaining about your car.

"It's getting old."
"It's making weird noises."
"Maybe I should start looking for something newer."

Then the second you seriously consider selling it...

Suddenly:

Starts perfectly.
Runs smoothly.
No warning lights.
Air conditioning works.

Your car:
"I can change." 😭

But if that strange noise comes back tomorrow, don't let your vehicle convince you everything is fine.

📍 Find your nearest Tom & Ed's Auto Body location:
www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

Car acting suspiciously perfect? 😂 If something really doesn't feel right, get it checked!

08/31/2026

🚗 THAT FENDER DAMAGE MAY BE MORE THAN SKIN DEEP

A dented or damaged fender might look like a straightforward cosmetic issue, but there's more to consider.

Depending on how the vehicle was impacted, damage can affect the panel itself, surrounding components, wheel clearance, mounting points, or other areas nearby.

That's why a proper inspection matters.

Before deciding that something is "just a dent," let a professional take a closer look and determine what your vehicle actually needs.

At Tom & Ed's, our team works to properly assess the damage and determine the best path forward.

📍 Find your nearest Tom & Ed's Auto Body location:
www.tomandeds.com/locations-map

Got a damaged fender? Don't guess about the repair. Get it checked.

02/09/2024

"5 Star : Likely to Recommend
5 Star : Repair Quality
5 Star : Customer Service" says Destiny on Carwise

★★★★★ 5 Star : Likely to Recommend 5 Star : Repair Quality 5 Star : Customer Service

01/31/2024

"5 Star : Likely to Recommend
5 Star : Repair Quality
5 Star : Customer Service
I would have given a 35 if I was able to. Things didn't go "perfectly " but I felt Dianna Porter bent over backwards to help me and keep me updated...
5 Star : Returned Clean" says Michael on Carwise

★★★★★ 5 Star : Likely to Recommend 5 Star : Repair Quality 5 Star : Customer Service I would have given a 35 if I was able to. Things didn't go "perfectly " but I felt Dianna Porter bent over backwards to help me and keep me updated... 5 Star : Returned Clean

01/26/2024

"4.5 Star : Likely to Recommend
5 Star : Repair Quality
5 Star : Customer Service
5 Star : Returned Clean" says Keisha on Carwise

1361 customer reviews of Tom and Eds Auto Body. One of the best Body Shops businesses at 8130 Taney Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 United States. Find reviews, ratings, directions, business hours, and book appointments online.

01/19/2024

"5 Star : Likely to Recommend
5 Star : Repair Quality
5 Star : Customer Service
5 Star : Returned Clean" says Carlos on Carwise

★★★★★ 5 Star : Likely to Recommend 5 Star : Repair Quality 5 Star : Customer Service 5 Star : Returned Clean

01/14/2024

"5 Star : Likely to Recommend
5 Star : Repair Quality
5 Star : Customer Service" says Derek on Carwise

★★★★★ 5 Star : Likely to Recommend 5 Star : Repair Quality 5 Star : Customer Service

01/06/2024

"Absolutely brilliant work, and so professional! They were with me and my mom for the work through each step of the repair. Made sure my car was cleaned inside and out, and took care to make a flash drive showing the repair process. Unfortunately I couldn't see the files right away, but they provided a number to contact a line for assistance in viewing them. My car looked (and felt!) brand new, I hope to never have to.." says Lisa on Google

★★★★★ Absolutely brilliant work, and so professional! They were with me and my mom for the work through each step of the repair. Made sure my car was cleaned inside and out, and took care to make a flash drive showing the repair process. Unfortunately I couldn't see the files right away, b...

12/28/2023

"5 Star : Likely to Recommend
5 Star : Repair Quality
5 Star : Customer Service
5 Star : Returned Clean" says Ericka on Carwise

★★★★★ 5 Star : Likely to Recommend 5 Star : Repair Quality 5 Star : Customer Service 5 Star : Returned Clean