CDC report reveals carwash chemical can be dangerous
WASHINGTON — Research found that 48 workers suffered burns from carwash products containing hydrofluoric acid.
Car care franchise to expand Alabama footprint
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Meineke Car Care is seeking single and multiunit franchise partners to accelerate its presence in Alabama.
Local carwash chain to open two new locations
ALABSTER, Ala. — Marc-1 Car Wash will soon launch a new site in Alabaster and another new location in Chelsea.
Wawa celebrates grand opening of 700th location
BRADENTON, Fla. — The new convenience store created 45 new jobs for the city of Bradenton.
Sneak peek: Crafting a chemical recipe for success
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In this exclusive first look at the upcoming September cover story, Assistant Editor Maria Woodie discusses the ingredients needed to ensure optimal chemical performance.
AUTEC Car Wash Systems revamps website
STATESVILLE, N.C. — AUTEC manufactures soft touch, touch-free and combination carwash equipment.
Video of the Week: Carwash rescue
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — This week’s video features a customer saved from potential injury by Sunshine Car Wash employees.
Council planning officials refuse hand wash and valet proposal
PORT GLASGOW, Scotland — Inverclyde Council planning officials denied the application for the Tesco Hand Car Wash and valet services, stating that the development would have “an unacceptable impact on the visual amenity.”
How to Start a Carwash: Build a business before the brand
New startups must focus on developing the business instead of creating a brand.
New hand wash offers employees a second chance
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The wash hires people who are homeless, out of work or recently released from jail, offering them a chance to earn some income.
Brown Bear to celebrate anniversary with free washes
SAMMAMISH, Wash. — The Seattle-based carwash will give away free “Beary Clean” washes at 21 locations around Puget Sound.
Guest Post blog: Tools of the trade
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — John Moran discusses the importance of operational tools and procedures.
