Sharp Auto Body is all about helping our clients and community. That is why we offer a variety of FREE resources that will save you money. Be sure to share with your family & friends so they can benefit too!

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for more information about saving money, insurance claims, & other helpful tips to ensure that you make the best decision for your auto body repair needs.

Money Saving Tips

Gas Savings Tips

Great cash-saving tips like Avoid prolonged warming up of the engine, even on cold mornings – 30 to 45 seconds is plenty and Avoid “reving” the engine, this wastes fuel needlessly.

Read more

Gas Pumping Tips for Fuel Savings

Only buy or fill up your car or truck early in the morning when the ground temperature is still cold. Remember that all service stations have their storage tanks buried below ground.

Read more

Auto Body Resources

What TO DO and NOT DO at the Scene of an Accident

You’re sitting at a stoplight, or making a turn, when suddenly out of nowhere – BAM! Everything inside the car goes flying as your grip on the steering wheel tightens and you sit there in a fog wondering what the heck just happened. Sound familiar? Hopefully not, but odds are, you will be in a…

Read article
Rights as consumer

What Are My Rights as a Consumer?

Being in an accident is stressful enough. Add in the hassle of getting your car repaired and it can feel overwhelming, especially when the accident wasn’t your fault. The third-party insurance company will often work hard to avoid paying the full cost of your repairs, while you, as the claimant, are left trying to make…

Read article
Car Insurance

Choosing Your Car Insurance Deductible

Selecting a deductible is one of the most important things to consider when comparing coverage across insurance companies. A high-deductible car insurance policy brings different financial consequences than a policy with a low deductible.  What exactly is a deductible? If you file a car insurance claim after an incident, the deductible is the amount you pay…

Read article
DTC Scan

Why You Want a Full Inspection After an Accident

We’ve already talked about the importance of airbags after a crash—but airbags are just one piece of your vehicle’s complex safety puzzle. Modern cars are loaded with advanced technology and interconnected systems, and even a minor accident can throw everything off balance. So, after any type of collision—even a low-speed fender bender—it’s critical to get…

Read article
Sharp Auto Body

How to Prevent Rollovers

Most modern vehicles are designed with improved safety features that reduce the likelihood of a rollover during a crash. However, it is important to understand that no vehicle is entirely immune. Certain driving conditions, behaviors, and vehicle types still pose significant risks. Top-heavy vehicles such as SUVs, pickup trucks, and Jeeps are especially prone to…

Read article
Car Insurance

How to Choose a Good Insurance Company

If you’re just starting to look for car insurance—or you’re thinking about switching providers—the number of options can feel overwhelming. On one hand, you’re constantly bombarded with flashy advertising promising rock-bottom rates and can’t-miss deals. On the other hand, your instincts are telling you to dig deeper, to look beyond the surface, and find coverage…

Read article
Bundling home and auto insurance hidden costs of cheap insurance

The Hidden Cost of “Cheap” Insurance

The Hidden Cost of “Cheap” Insurance: What You Need to Know Before Bundling Auto insurance is mandatory in Illinois—there’s no getting around it. And if you’ve just closed on a new home, congratulations! But you probably also noticed that homeowner’s insurance was another box you had to check before getting those keys in hand. These…

Read article
rear-end collision

Rear-end Collisions: What to Do and How to Prevent Them

A rear-end accident occurs when a driver collides with the vehicle directly in front of them from behind. These types of accidents commonly happen at red lights, stop signs, or in congested traffic where vehicles frequently stop and start. While the majority of rear-end collisions occur at low speeds—such as in city traffic or parking…

Read article