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How to turn a tire factory into a car wash

USACar wash investment specialist Jason Miller has just written an interesting piece on how existing buildings have been successfully converted to (sometimes enormous) express car washes. These so-called ‘big boxes’ previously hosted a warehouse, a...Read more
|Comment|author: Rene Passet

Tommy’s Express opens 150th car wash

USATommy’s Express Car Wash has recently opened its 150th  location, in San Antonio (Texas). The car wash express chain now has locations in 30 states throughout America. The Michigan based company promises quick service even...Read more
|Comment|author: Rene Passet

Take 5 grows in New Orleans

American car wash operator Take 5 has announced the opening of two new express locations in the greater New Orleans area. The new sites are in Harvey and in Metairie. Both locations will offer free...Read more
|Comment|author: Rene Passet

Car washing as a form of mindfulness

Is car washing good for your mental health? At Soapy Joe’s they seem convinced. The family-owned car wash company from San Diego sees Mental Health Awareness Month as a good excuse to raise awareness about...Read more
|Comment|author: Rene Passet

Car detailing in VR just became a reality

In the past we have written about car washing and car detailing simulations on Sony PlayStation and the like. But now you can actually experience detailing in 3D, without leaving your couch. If you own...Read more
|Comment|author: Rene Passet

Spotless Brands expands management team

Hot on the heels of Mint Eco Wash, Spotless Brands also announced an expansion of their leadership team. After a recent $600 million capital injection, the company is planning to accelerate its growth in existing...Read more
|Comment|author: Rene Passet

Ban on car washing in southern part of France

Residents of the southern French region Pyrénées-Orientales may no longer wash their cars or water their gardens. French Ecology Minister Christophe Béchu even banned the sale of (inflatable) water pools because of the drought in...Read more
|Comment|author: Rene Passet