Business Operations

We strive to keep you updated on important changes at carwash and detail equipment manufacturers, distributors and suppliers, as well as carwash associations and car care shows and expos. Our content is geared specifically towards business operations and we also stay on top of trends like waterless carwashing and carwash franchise opportunities, as well as financial subjects that help carwash operators secure loans and take advantage of important tax breaks and incentives.

Magazine Articles in Business Operations

Pondering the year aheadWe turned to the experts to see what’s to come in terms of new products and trends for 2012.[February 2012]
Profile in success: Lifestyles of the rich and sudsyOwners' commitment to cleanliness and customer service pulls unexpected cars into this bustling self-serve wash.[February 2012]
A West Coast perspective on flex serves vs. unionsPresenting one man's opinion on how unions are impacting the carwashing industry.[February 2012]
What a long, strange winter it's been[February 2012]
News from the Industry[February 2012]
News from the Industry[February 2012]

Online Exclusives in Business Operations

Do you have a business plan?2/22/2012 A business plan is essential to the long-term survivability of your detail shop.
Ten ideas to make your pricing plan a success2/15/2012 If your prices are going up, make sure you're letting your customers know the right way.
Hiring and promoting keys to success2/8/2012 Learn about how one chain goes about getting a top-notch staff.
Is your lobby all that it can be?2/1/2012 Read about two (very different) lobbies which allow customers a nice place to relax and unwind.
Google Reviews: Two things to watch1/25/2012 Make sure you're keeping up and keeping an eye on what's being said online.
Say yes to detergent and vinegar1/18/2012 Here is why it's a good mix for your towels.

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News in Business Operations

LA carwash property listed for $25 million2/21/2012
Customer sues BP over a carwash code2/21/2012
Counterfeit $100 bill used at carwash2/21/2012
Noisy carwash cited 16 times, fined over $14,0002/21/2012
Manager keeps whistling even after 40 years2/21/2012
Is this carwash responsible for stolen car?2/16/2012

e-Newsletter Articles in Business Operations

Updating doors and dryersEase upkeep, control traffic and create content customers by investing in up-to-date doors and dryers.[Doors and Dryers - June 2011 Special Edition e-Newsletters]
Earning ‘compound interest’ with the right dryersHow a correctly designed, energy efficient dryer will last longer and ultimately save you money.[Doors and Dryers - June 2011 Special Edition e-Newsletters]
Welcome to a special edition of PC&D e-News: Everything you need to know about doors and dryers[Doors and Dryers - June 2011 Special Edition e-Newsletters]
The blow down on in-bay automatic dryersHere is everything you need to know about how to choose a dryer for your IBA.[Doors and Dryers - June 2011 Special Edition e-Newsletters]
Top three concerns answeredTed Yamin, Jr., of Gallop Brush Company, LLC., lets us in on the most common mistakes operators make and what they need to do to keep their doors clean.[Doors and Dryers - June 2011 Special Edition e-Newsletters]
Belanger Index[Volume 1 - Issue 2 Investor Insider]

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