What to Do at an Accident Scene

If you get in an accident, the safety of all involved should be your primary concern. Taking these
steps can help you keep safe and also leave you prepared for the claims process after the fact.

1. Check for injuries. Call 911 for an ambulance when in doubt. Don’t move anyone who might have a serious neck or spine injury. Keep your seat belts on if you need to stay in the car.

2. Move to safety. If there are no serious injuries, move the car out of traffic, if it is safe to do so. Turn on your hazard lights and set out cones, flares or warning triangles if possible.

3. Contact police. Describe the accident, location and answer all of the operator’s questions.

4. Get information from other drivers. This information should include names, driver’s license numbers, license plate numbers, and the year, make, model and color of their vehicles. Be sure to also get contact information from witnesses to the accident.

5. Take photos of the accident scene. Use your smart phone or other camera to take photos of the accident scene and vehicle damage. Do this from a safe location.

6. Contact your Gold Class® collision repair facility. Gold Class repair shops meet the industry standard for training that contributes to complete and safe collision repairs. Click here to learn more.

Save Big with Our Ford Freedom Sales Event

Summertime can mean a lot of different things to people. For some it’s about sunshine and spending time at the pool, while others enjoy BBQs and camping trips. At Hilbish Ford though, it’s all about the summertime savings.

From now until August 1, you can take home a new Ford at 0% APR financing for 60 or even 72 months, which means you’ll be able to enjoy freedom from interest for at least five years. Plus, to add even more sizzle to your summer, we’re giving you the freedom to save with $1,000 Smart Bonus Cash on select models. This means that if you’re interested in owning a new Ford Focus or Fusion, for example, you can take one home at 0% APR financing for 72 months and receive $1,000 Smart Bonus Cash.

During our Ford Freedom Sales Event, you’ve got the freedom to choose from a great lineup of eligible cars, trucks, and SUVs, including the sleek and modern Ford Fusion and Focus, the versatile, go-anywhere Ford Escape, Explorer, and Edge, and the rugged Ford F-150. We’ve got a great vehicle for everyone, so no matter what summer means to you, you’re sure to enjoy the huge savings going on at Hilbish Ford.

For more information about this offer, contact Hilbish Ford at (704) 938-3121 or visit our dealership at 2600 S. Cannon Blvd, Kannapolis, NC 28083.

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Hilbish Ford’s Collision Center Achieves Gold Class® Status

Hilbish Ford is excited to announce our Collision Center’s recent achievement of Gold Class® status, the industry standard for training that contributes to complete and safe repairs.

The Gold Class designation is awarded by I-CAR®, a not-for-profit training organization dedicated to improving the quality and safety of auto collision repair for the ultimate benefit of consumers.  Only 10% of collision repair businesses currently meet the rigorous training requirements necessary to earn Gold Class designation.  Shops that are not Gold Class may train minimally or not at all.

Gold Class® means complete, safe and quality repairs

Today’s vehicles are increasingly sophisticated devices featuring an ever-growing number of components, parts and advanced lightweight materials.  The constant introduction of new vehicle technologies can result in repair procedures changing significantly from year to year, making current repair knowledge critical for the achievement of complete, safe and quality repairs.

Gold Class shops are required to have every technician involved in collision repair take training that is specific to their roles.  They must continue with ongoing training each year for the business to maintain its Gold Class recognition, including classes in new technology.  Each of Hilbish Ford’s Collision Repair technicians have achieved Platinum status for their individual roles.

Putting safety first

Just because your vehicle “looks” the same after a collision repair, doesn’t mean it is the same.  Our technicians are trained to know:

• How to make the right decisions for a safe repair.

• How to find hidden damage others may not see.

• The latest repair procedures and technologies.

• Which parts to repair and which to replace.

Hilbish Ford is honored to be named a Gold Class collision repair facility.  We are proud of our commitment to training because it is also a symbol of our commitment to professionalism and to the safety of our customers.

Visit our body shop page for Hilbish Ford Collision Center hours and location or call us today at
(704) 938-3121.