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A Ford dealership in Bolivar, Tennessee, was battered by a sudden and severe hailstorm on April 8 that caused a striking amount of damage to its inventory. In the immediate aftermath, staff were still working to assess the full scope of the destruction, with early estimates suggesting the toll would climb considerably once every vehicle was inspected.
Hail can wreak havoc on a dealer’s lot in a matter of minutes, denting body panels and shattering glass across dozens of vehicles at once. Events like this often translate into significant insurance claims and discounted hail-damaged sales, as businesses scramble to recover from weather that arrives with little warning and leaves lasting marks.
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