Business Operations/Management

When it comes to taking the leap into refitting an existing in-bay automatic car wash with new equipment, it is important to recognize that there are some key factors to…

OSHA approves new regulations associated with the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) and the mandatory adoption of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS).

Southern California is no longer synonymous with hand washing. With the price of labor steadily on the rise investors are increasingly turning toward automation in the Golden State. California historically…

If you’ve ever built anything that required getting a permit from a government entity, you have been exposed to a multiplicity of sometimes contradictory and always confusing regulations. These regulations…

Stains are a problem for detailers. Some are easy to remove, others not so easy. Why? It is all about chemistry. Remember, anything that causes a stain has some type…

More Viable Funding Options Available Walking through the maze of financing options can be difficult for even the most experienced car wash operator. In the ever-changing lending environment, borrowing the…

Historically, car wash owners have been hands-on people. However, the success of the new car wash formats has shown that automation can increase efficiency and free up valuable time.

The Car Wash Show 2014 takes place this month. Our industry’s largest annual event provides the single greatest opportunity to ensure our businesses are on track over the coming year.…

Getting off to a good start in any endeavor gives you a great feeling of accomplishment. Staying ahead of your competitors during the course of events makes your feel better.…

The largest surface area of a vehicle is painted. Paint is used to cover metal body panels and make outer surfaces look good.