Profile in Success

To succeed in today’s increasingly competitive and evolving marketplace a business must be committed to more than just turning a profit. It needs to be dedicated to a set of…

The ability to pivot and grow is the hallmark of a successful and enduring business. Car washers and detailers must continue to invest in and evolve their operations and offerings…

Ever since there has been cars, there has been hand washing. A bucket, sponge, and a little bit of elbow grease was all that was needed to get a car…

Consumers are increasingly making purchase decisions based on a company’s commitment to “doing good.”

An overnight success can sometimes be years in the making. Revive Auto Solutions will celebrate its one-year anniversary when the ball drops on New Year’s Eve, but it has taken…

Acquisition and consolidation have become prevalent across the car wash landscape. While the industry remains fragmented with thousands of mom and pop’s battling it out for their piece of the…

Shawn Everett grew up in the car wash business. His father and uncle were self-serve and in-bay automatic operators, and Everett spent his youth helping in the family business, vowing…

Making major changes to a wash is never an easy decision, but forward-thinking operators know that a commitment to continuous improvements and innovationis the cornerstone of ongoing success.

Investing in the car wash industry requires more than a one-time outlay of cash. Car wash ownership means continuous investment in the facility to ensure equipment, operations, marketing, etc. are…

Building a successful car wash chain requires a solid business plan, operational knowhow, and a keen understanding of the local market.