The Car Wash Show 2022
The International Carwash Association’s annual event — The Car Wash Show™ — takes place May 9 through 11 at Music City Center in Nashville, TN. A pre-show program on Sunday,…
More Than Express
This is what the excitement is about: the gathering at The Car Wash Show of car washers from across the country to explore new ideas, examine innovative equipment and services,…
Site Criteria – Lowering the Bar?
According to the CEO of Mammoth Holdings, “the universe of car washes in the United States could be double or four times what it is today.” Arguably, that’s a fairly…
Inflation and Other Headwinds – Impacts on Valuations, Strategies to Protect Your Business
Just when we thought the world was stabilizing following two years of a global pandemic, a new war arises and reminds us that the road to full recovery, if there…
Business Income Coverage – Property Damage Can Cause Wash Closure
Every car wash operation carries property insurance. It is often part of a Business Owner’s Policy (BOP) and may be included in a package plan. Property coverage can protect a…
Lighting Audit – Selecting the Right Lights for Your Car Wash Site
When considering the proper light sources for a car wash site, it’s practically a given at this point that LED is the best solution, but that decision is only the…
Impulse Items – May 2022
Kleen-Rite Corporation Columbia, Pennsylvania For more than 60 years, the Kleen-Rite Corporation has provided car wash owners with a wide selection of commercial car wash supplies and equipment at competitive…
Mom and Pop – Small Business Does not Mean Insignificant
According to the folks who participated in the Auto Laundry News December 2021 Executive Forecast, there is still room in the car wash industry for mom-and-pop operators. Pundits point out…
CERAMIC COATING
Malco Products’ EPIC PRO Ceramic Coating is an addition to its automotive line of professional detailing products. This high-end ceramic coating bonds with a vehicle’s clear coat to form a…