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My taxi: Marta's only way to earn a living
Marta drives for a living in Ciudad de México, and a broken clutch assembly has stopped all income for 12 weeks.
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I make my living with my taxi. 12 weeks ago the clutch assembly failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $350. Without the vehicle I earn nothing.
I have been borrowing from friends to pay rent, and now I have run out of people to ask.
I support my 3 children. Before the breakdown I worked ten hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next six months if I can just get the vehicle working.
I have a written estimate from a certified mechanic and will upload it here.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $350 goes:
• clutch assembly replacement (parts): $270
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $75
• Towing and inspection: $5
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Marta
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Take care. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Newcastle donated after I showed her your page. God bless.
Small businesses are the heart of Ciudad de México. Hope you're open again soon. Greetings from Prayagraj.