Summer Driving in Construction Zones

Posted June 6, 2017 by Matthew

American Auto Body - Summer Driving in Construction ZonesNow that we have survived another long, cold Minnesota winter, it is time to celebrate, right? With over 10,000 lakes in our great state, we have so much to do and so much to explore. Summer is an exciting time in Minnesota. It’s time to head out on the next great adventure. There is nothing stopping us and nothing can get in our way. Well, except maybe a little construction traffic from Albert Lea to Itasca, Stillwater to Ortonville, and everywhere in between.

Ok, it is not that bad. Plus, those construction workers are hard at work making our beautiful state even better. When the roads are complete and the improvements have been made, we really appreciate the nice ride. So, as the weather warms up and crews are out, we thought we might offer a few suggestions for driving in construction zones.

Here are some things to consider when you hit the road this summer:

Think ahead – There is an app or information online for just about anything anymore. If patience isn’t your thing, plan ahead. Map out other routes that might take a bit longer than the original route, but avoid being stuck in a traffic jam for hours. If you expectantly find yourself stuck in traffic, with no end in sight, have a passenger investigate a new route using a smartphone or a good old fashion map.

Be aware of other drivers – While you may have a perfect driving record and take great pride in your driving skills, that is not the case for everyone on the road. Keep a watchful eye out for brake lights, quick stops and drivers swerving into your lane.

Slow down – Stick to the speed limit in construction zones. This is not only for your safety and the safety of the construction crew, but speeding fines in construction zones can be very expensive.

Be alert – In construction zones, there are so many unexpected things that can happen, such as lane changes, a construction worker on the road, reduced speeds, closed roads and exits, and more. Stay safe by reducing distractions and keeping your eyes on the road.

Stay off the phone – It can wait. Your life and the life of the construction crews are way too important.

If you have experienced damage to your vehicle, give us a call. From rear-end collisions to rocks in your windshield, we can help get your vehicle fixed and back on the road. We offer free pickup and delivery of your damaged vehicle, plus we offer free loaner cars. Give us a call today at 763-242-2522 or download our app for a convenient online estimate.

Free Pick-up and Delivery Service

Posted May 2, 2017 by Matthew

American Auto Body - free pick-up and delivery

We’ve said it before and we will say it again, there is never a good time to be involved in a car accident.

While just being involved in a car accident is stressful enough, there is also an enormous amount of detail that goes into getting your vehicle repaired. From the insurance details to finding time to bring your car into the shop, it can all be very overwhelming.

At American Auto Body, we understand the amount of stress and worry that comes after a car accident. We opened our doors back in 1979, as a family owned business with a commitment to helping make life a little easier for those working through car accident repairs. Through the years, we have been committed to listening to our customers and designing service offerings that help make life a little bit easier during these stressful situations.

A complimentary service that we are proud to offer is our vehicle pick-up and delivery. An auto body professional from American Auto Body will come to your home or business to pick-up your damaged vehicle and transport it to our Brooklyn Park auto body shop for repair. Once we have repaired your vehicle, we will deliver it back to your home or place of business – absolutely free of charge.

Need a set of wheels while your car is in the shop? We also offer a free loaner car program. Combining a FREE loaner car and FREE pick up and/or delivery is an unbeatable combination! You never have to leave your home or office…and it is all free!

At American Auto Body, we don’t just fix cars — we help people. Give us a call today at 763-424-2522 to schedule an appointment or use our free app for an online estimate.

There’s an App for That

Posted April 4, 2017 by Matthew

American Auto Body App

When you have been in the auto body collision and repair business as long as we have, you start to pick up on important bits of customer information and preferences. If there is one thing we have learned in our line of work, it is that there is never a good time to get in a car accident. Not ever.

We know that you are busy, so we are constantly thinking of ways to improve the repair process. From free pickup and delivery to free loaner cars, we strive to provide an exceptional customer experience. Between work, appointments and carpools, we recognize that offering solutions that are convenient for our customers is always a good idea.

It is important to us to stay current with the times and technology, so that we can consistently provide the best customer experience possible. For the convenience of our customers, we offer our American Auto Body app. When you use our app, you can get an estimate without even bringing your vehicle to us!

Using your smart phone, our app walks you through the simple process of submitting your estimate. After that, wait for a quick response from us! Using our App really is as a simple as 1-2-3.

Step 1: Fill out contact and vehicle information

Step 2: Upload damage photos

Step 3: Submit your estimate

You can also access our app and upload vehicle damage photos on your desktop or laptop computer. As always, we are happy to give you a damage estimate during business hours at our convenient location at 8208 Lakeland Avenue North, Brooklyn Park. Prefer to just give us a call? No problem. Call us at 763-424-2522.

The WOW Factor Begins with Us

Posted February 7, 2017 by Matthew

 

At American Auto Body, we understand how stressful it can be when your vehicle needs body repair, beginning with the anxiety of the event that caused the damage. You don’t need the repair process to be problematic, too. That’s why we do whatever it takes to make your experience with us convenient, timely, and stress-free. That’s the American Auto Body WOW factor – and the WOW factor begins with US.

Everyone on staff at American Auto Body is dedicated to going the extra mile to make sure we exceed your expectations. From your first phone call to the moment we hand over your keys – and beyond – your satisfaction is our top priority. The team spends time every morning reviewing repairs, determining follow-up items, and setting priorities in order to complete your repair to the highest standards. Our technicians work shifts around the clock, every vehicle is thoroughly inspected upon completion, and we have the experience, flexibility, and vendor relationships needed to address any unique needs.

FREE LOANER CARS

We’re proud to offer free loaner cars to our customers for use during the duration of the repair process. Just pick up a car from our private fleet when you drop yours off for repair. This will save you the hassle of coordinating with insurance and rental car companies or borrowing a vehicle from friends or family.

FREE PICK-UP AND DELIVERY

Combine our free loaner car service with free metro-wide pick-up and delivery to make the process even more convenient. We’ll pick up and deliver your vehicle at your home or office at a time that works best for you.

CLAIMS PROCESS

American Auto Body has extensive knowledge of and experience with insurance companies, so you can rely on us for a streamlined, worry-free claims process.

LIFETIME WRITTEN WARRANTY

We are so confident in our technicians and the quality of the materials we use, we offer a Lifetime Limited Warranty on metalwork, paint, stripes, and decals. We also offer one-year limited warranties on mechanical repairs and parts. Some exclusions apply. See our website for more details.

When you’re in need of auto body repairs, you have the option to go to any auto body repair shop, no matter your insurance company. But no other shop can deliver the WOW factor like American Auto Body. Don’t just take our word for it – see what our customers have to say!

Contact American Auto Body

8208 Lakeland Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

Open 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Extended hours also available by appointment.