A visual report of the Tankstation Vakbeurs 2023
The NetherlandsIt’s a wrap! The ninth edition of the Dutch trade show Tankstation Vakbeurs in Utrecht had plenty of news. From the new Dog Cyberwash – inspired by the Tesla Cybertruck – to many surprising innovations...Read more
Interview with the new BTG Minden chairman
GermanyBTG Minden has just had a rejuvenation. After more than 33 years on the board of the German Association of Petrol Stations and Commercial Car washes, Joachim Jäckel has stepped down. He is replaced by...Read more
‘Mobility hubs will soon replace gas stations’
Report from the trade show floorGas stations will soon be a thing of the past, we learned on the first day of the trade show Tankstation Vakbeurs in Utrecht. “In its current form, the gas station will last another 15...Read more
The Tankstation Vakbeurs kicks off. Here’s a few tips
Trade ShowToday is the first of two days of the Dutch trade show Tankstation Vakbeurs in Utrecht. Here’s a few essential stops on your route, as a visitor. From roasted apple-scented foam to intelligent vacuuming. Read more
Service Station Trade Fair in Utrecht
The NetherlandsCome to The Netherlands next month, to visit the annual Service Station Trade Show. During this event in the central city of Utrecht you will find all the latest trends in refueling and charging, car...Read more
Repsol is washing more cars than ever
SpainRespol is gearing up speed to realize hundreds of car washes in their home country. At the Car Wash Show Europe we learned, the Spanish gas station company is fully aware that the energy transition...Read more
Meet the AirJet, pure power from the Alpes
AustriaAustrian company AirJet promises you’ll save a lot of time when you use their brand new jet dryer after a self car wash, instead of a rag. With the powerful AirJet, drying a washed car...Read more
Orange dust caused little trouble in Europe
Sahara dustCar owners in parts of Western Europe were holding their breath. But in the end, the Sahara sand caused little trouble. Last week, there was a good chance that cars would be covered with a...Read more
When car washing becomes entertainment
HalloweenHalloween is getting closer and so are the monsters around your car. Many car washes around the world dress up for the occasion, hoping to make some extra profit. But it’s not enough to hang...Read more
Robert Andre of Sonny’s: ‘We are on the eve of big changes’
“We are on the eve of major changes in the car wash industry”, Sonny’s Robert Andre warned recently during the Car Wash Show Europe. “The days that every car wash automatically became an overnight success...Read more
The car wash industry, where are we at?
TRENDS & OPPORTUNITIESSustainability, more indoor vacuuming and an increase of license plate recognition. Prominent international figures from the car wash industry shared their thoughts about what has changed in the business in the last few years. Read more
Crash course in marketing for car washes
Report from the CWSEHow do you create a successful marketing campaign around a car wash? Frank van der Steen of marketing company Fanwork gave an interesting session during the Car Wash Show Europe last week, in which he...Read more
Aral invests in premium portal washers
GermanyAral plans to install new premium gantry car washes at around 100 service stations across Germany by early 2024. Old machines will be replaced by new ones, according to the German service station company. The...Read more
Wrapping up the Car Wash Show Europe
Report from the CWSEOver 2,600 visitors from 75 countries came to Amsterdam for Europe’s largest car wash show. It has had some wonderful feedback. Both exhibitors and visitors look back on a successful fair, where they saw new...Read more
Here are the winners!
Car Wash Show Europe Innovation AwardANAC, Repsol and Dr.Stöcker are among the winners of the Car Wash Innovation of the Year Award. The winners were announced in Amsterdam, at the end of the first day of Car Wash Show Europe.Read moreSo how was the first day?
Report from the CWSEFrom robotic arms to touchless washing systems, colorful brushes, sustainable chemistry and handy dispensers; the first day of Car Wash Show Europe is over. This successful first day of the show saw plenty of focus...Read more
How to build better car wash managers
Report from CWSEAs a car wash owner you want the best managers possible on your locations. But what skills do they need? And how to train them? Claire Moore of the ICA has the answers.Read more
Report from the Car Wash Tour
Car Wash Show EuropeThe participants of the Car Wash Tours went to see three unique car wash locations in the Netherlands on Wednesday, September 20. Divided into three touring buses, the group went to BOB Autowas in Rotterdam...Read more