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Fix Auto Lakeside sponsored the Lakeside Summer Stampede Rodeo, a community celebration that brought together residents, families, and local businesses. The sponsorship included arena signage, branding, and participation in the opening ceremonies, showcasing Fix Auto Lakeside's commitment to serving the community.
Charlotte, NC – Fix Auto USA is proud to highlight Fix Auto Lakeside's sponsorship of the Lakeside Summer Stampede Rodeo, which brought together residents, families, local businesses, and visitors for a weekend of community celebration.
The annual rodeo showcased local traditions and entertainment while providing an opportunity for community members to connect and celebrate. As part of its sponsorship, Fix Auto Lakeside maintained a strong presence throughout the event, including arena signage, featured branding at the venue entrance, and participation in the opening ceremonies with a Fix Auto Lakeside flag carried into the arena by horseback.
Attendees also heard a live announcement recognizing Fix Auto Lakeside's commitment to serving the community through collision repair, automotive painting, 3D wheel alignments, A/C service, automotive detailing, and exceptional customer care. The shop was additionally featured in the official rodeo program distributed throughout the event.
"Supporting events like the Lakeside Summer Stampede Rodeo is an important way for us to stay connected to the community we serve every day," said David Smrekar, General Manager of Fix Auto Lakeside. "We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of a tradition that brings people together and highlights the pride, values, and spirit of Lakeside. Our team is committed to supporting local events and giving back to the community that continues to support us."
At Fix Auto, we believe our role extends beyond repairing vehicles," said Damien Reyna, Chief Operating Officer, Driven Brands Collision Group. "Our franchise partners are deeply invested in the communities where they live and work, and events like the Lakeside Summer Stampede Rodeo provide a valuable opportunity to strengthen those connections. We are proud of the Fix Auto Lakeside team for helping make this event a success."
Through community partnerships, sponsorships, and local engagement initiatives, Fix Auto Lakeside continues to support organizations and events that make a positive impact throughout the region.
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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on September 22, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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