Michael’s Body Shop

05/13/2020

: There are 156,164 crashes annually due to icy roads and over 116,800 people get injured from those accidents. Make sure you take your time driving to your destination. Keeping yourself and others around you safe should be a top priority.

05/04/2020

: After your vehicle has received a fresh new paint job, it's important to treat it as if you just pulled it off the lot. The paint needs 30-60 days to fully cure and harden before it can truly protect your car.

04/20/2020

If you notice any rust spots on the body of your vehicle, bring it by our shop ASAP so that we can patch it up. This is the best practice to keep the spots from spreading!

04/17/2020

: You should already be checking your mirrors every 6 seconds or so, as well as every time you stop or brake. Pay attention when you stop; is the vehicle behind you stopping as well? If not, you may be able to give them extra time and space to do so.

04/06/2020

1.23 million accidents are caused by deer in the United States every year. To help avoid an accident caused by deer consistently watch for them, particularly at dusk or dawn, and slow down any time you see an animal on the side of the road. Stay alert and stay safe.

04/03/2020

Keeping your car clean is an important part of protecting the paint! It’s best to hand-wash new paint in cool water with mild soap with a soft sponge or cloth. Don’t use chemicals, avoid dish or laundry detergent, and make sure your water is clean and not full of dust and pebbles. Avoid leaving it to dry in the sun.

03/27/2020

LKQ stands for "Like, Kind, and Quality". These are recycled parts, and they vary greatly in quality and price. They are technically OEM, but can provide challenges due to previous damage or problems with paint matching.

03/23/2020

: When approaching a stop sign, a red light or another obstacle, begin braking early (without riding the brakes) and stop slowly so the person behind you can see that you’re slowing down and has time to react.

03/09/2020

: While driving with cargo as precious you and your family's life, it is important to be aware of the weather conditions around you. Bad weather in itself seems to cause more wrecks than anything, so download the FEMA app to get real-time alerts.

Install the FEMA App, available for Apple and Android mobile devices.

03/04/2020

Washing and polishing is the best way to protect your car's finish from the damaging effects of acid rain. Your car is a big investment, take care of it!

02/28/2020

According to the Auto Insurance Center, rain was responsible for more crash fatalities than snow in 39 of the 50 states between 2009 and 2013. It is estimated that rain-related crashes result in 3,300 deaths and 330,200 injuries each year. Drive safe, family!

02/24/2020

7 things that damage car paint: Brake fluid, Coffee, Soda, Bird droppings, Gas, Ashes, Tar and Salt. Be sure to clean your car regularly and don't let any spills sit on your paint.