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The Automotive Industry's Response to Hurricane Helene's Unprecedented Impact

The Automotive Industry's Response to Hurricane Helene's Unprecedented Impact

Automotive Repair News Today · Braxton Critcher

September 28, 202414m 47s

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Mike Allen joins Braxton and Lucas to discuss the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on automotive repair shops in Western North Carolina. Lucas shares firsthand accounts of the destruction, including entire towns being washed away and major roads being closed. Mike emphasizes the need for industry support, outlining ASTA's efforts to raise funds through a GoFundMe campaign to help affected members.

00:00 Unprecedented event, resembles 1940, 1916 disasters, ravines.
04:42 Unprepared for the storm; limited food and supplies.
09:13 Jeff, ASTA, industry unity, support, relationships, importance.
10:43 Auction tools tonight; proceeds support needs.
14:11 Thanks for listening! Like, share, subscribe, follow.

Topics

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