So you’ve had an accident. That stinks but here’s the next step…

If the car is not drivable have it towed (if you’re in Cincinnati, we’d love for you to have it towed to our body shop at 4300 Montgomery Rd.). We use A1 towing more often than not. They can be reached at 513.563.0100. Probably a good number to have in your cell phone – do it now before you forget! – or at least in your glove box.

If the car is drivable, get it to a body shop as soon as reasonably possible. While insurance companies will come to your house or job site to inspect the car if it’s at a body shop they can usually do a more thorough inspection. Body shops will have jacks or lifts to get under the car if necessary and also they can remove the outer panels to inspect and document any hidden damage.

Keep in mind that if you’re not at fault you are entitled to a rental car while your car is being inspected and repaired. (We can help set that up as well.)

Here’s to your safe, accident-free driving! … but if it happens, we’re here for you…