After Western North Carolina and surrounding areas in Appalachia were devastated by Hurricane Helene, many NASCAR drivers, race teams, and other industry figures are making great efforts to assist those in need. Much of the stock car racing industry is based in the Charlotte, NC, area, and the sport of stock car racing has deep roots in Western North Carolina.
Former NASCAR Cup Series star Greg Biffle, who was named one of the sport’s 75 Greatest Drivers in 2023 and has been nominated for the sport’s Hall of Fame, has gone above and beyond in relief efforts. He has used his private helicopter to deliver supplies and Starlink satellite Internet service to those stranded by the destruction brought by the storm and its aftereffects. Hendrick Motorsports and Joe Gibbs Racing have also sent helicopters and haulers to the area to help deliver supplies.
In his latest update on Wednesday , Biffle shared that a stranded family was able to get his attention with a mirror flashing against the sun, and that they are safe and have been provided with supplies…