If your vehicle has picked up a door ding in a parking lot, a minor dent from a rogue shopping cart, or hail damage from one of Central Kansas's notorious spring storms — you don't need to drive to Salina or Wichita to get it fixed. Holm Automotive Center in Abilene offers professional paintless dent repair (PDR) right here in Dickinson County, performed by our own in-house technicians.

What is paintless dent repair?

PDR is a repair technique that removes dents and dings without sanding, filling, or repainting. Technicians use specialized tools to carefully massage the metal back to its original shape from behind the panel — preserving your factory paint finish and, in most cases, your vehicle's resale value. When the damage is right for PDR, it's faster, more affordable, and less invasive than traditional bodywork.

Is PDR right for your vehicle?

PDR works best when:

• The paint surface is intact — no chips, cracks, or scratches
• The dent is a smooth depression without sharp creases
• The damage is from hail, door dings, or minor impacts

If there's paint damage involved, our body shop team can assess whether a combination approach makes sense. Either way, we'll give you an honest evaluation before any work begins.

Why bring it to HAC?

Our PDR work is done by the same certified technicians who staff our award-winning service department — not a subcontracted crew that rotates in and out. We know your vehicle, we know this community, and we're here when you need a follow-up. For Abilene residents and anyone coming in from Herington, Chapman, Salina, or surrounding towns, HAC is a convenient, trusted option that doesn't require a half-day trip.

Hail season is coming

Spring in Central Kansas means hail. If your vehicle takes a hit this season, getting it evaluated quickly matters — some insurance claims have time windows, and catching damage early gives you the most repair options. Bring it by and let our team take a look.

Stop in at 2005 N Buckeye Ave in Abilene, give us a call, or schedule an appointment online. We'll take care of it.