MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. –

In the wake of Hurricane Irene wrecking havoc along the East Coast last weekend, Automotive Resources International — whose home state of New Jersey was one of the affected areas — is lending a hand to its clients with fleet vehicles impacted in the destruction.

ARI has re-opened its toll-free “Hurricane Hotline,” which offers support to clients and fields urgent inquiries about their vehicles. It is open 24 hours a day.

Frank Cardile, ARI’s senior vice president of operations and client relations, said several ARI customers with drivers or locations along the East Coast were impacted.

“Our staff will be available to answer any questions from all ARI clients who are affected by the aftermath or need vehicle support to assist with the recovery,” Cardile said.

ARI clients and their drivers can reach the hotline at 866-FLEET59, where they will be connected with a live ARI representative.