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A Nod to the Masters
Jan. 1, 2020
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Jerry Hummel

Jerry Hummel is ASE Certified Auto Technician at Hummel Garage, Portland, Ind., which his grandfather opened in 1951. Hummel has more than 14 years experience in professional repair and 12 years of experience specializing in Volvo, Saab and Land Rover repairs. He also is a substitute vocational auto mechanics teacher at South Adams High School.
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