In-bay Automatic

The in-bay automatic carwash revolutionized the car care industry in many ways. “Rollovers,” as they were known then, really hit their popularity in the early 1990s when they started springing up across the country and the trend continued into the early 2000s. Today, this type of carwash has become synonymous with gas stations, multi-profit car care centers and self-serve carwashes.

Professional Carwashing & Detailing takes the IBA’s history and future into consideration, and we uncover the truths and myths behind friction versus touchless (or “no touch”) washes, as well as hybrid washing systems and the latest in chemicals for automatic carwashing. We also reveal what you need to know about advanced water reclamation and conservation equipment and IBA dryers, doors, and other carwash equipment add-ons. All backed-up with research and data provided in our annual IBA Carwash Benchmark Survey Report.

Magazine Articles in In-bay Automatic

Presenting a... "Remarkable Journey", part 2Why carwash revenues count and why value-added "best in class" suppliers will partner with c-stores to generate higher wash counts.[February 2012]
An Industry Perspective: Presenting a... "Remarkable Journey," Part 1How value-added "best in class" carwash suppliers will partner with c-stores to generate higher wash counts and revenues in 2012.[January 2012]
Upselling made easyAutomatic cashiers help unattended washes push and promote trendy wash services.[December 2011]
In-Bay automatics8 things you need to know about IBA systems.[November 2011]
What's the diagnosis?Consult this list of common symptoms and solutions to pinpoint the source of your dryer problems.[November 2011]
PC&D's 2011 In-Bay Automatic Carwash Benchmarking Survey Report[November 2011]

News in In-bay Automatic

Pastor makes carwash/tie-dyed shirt simile1/19/2012
What’s the wash setting for a soggy trunk?12/8/2011
See video of deer running through carwash11/29/2011
New family-operated carwash opens up North11/17/2011
Brothers celebrate 20 years in carwash business10/18/2011
Industry report shows touchless wash growth10/6/2011

Magazine Articles in In-bay Automatic

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