Around the Industry – September 2015
The latest happenings from around the car care and c-store industries.
Glossary of Terms
The following is a helpful list of more than 300 terms and definitions commonly used in the car care industry. This list is provided by Robert Andre, the president of
Kleen-Rite Corp.
For over 50 years Kleen-Rite Corp has been the leader in car wash supply, car detailing supplies, and pressure washing products. Kleen-Rite has focused on providing car wash owners with
Connecticut passes sales tax on carwash services
MANCHESTER, Conn. — Local carwash owners raise concerns about the tax’s impact on business.
The evolution of the carwashing industry
Before you start a new carwash business, it’s important to understand how the industry got started.
Tokens provide additional profit center security
Keep vacuum and vending machine profits safe.
Advancing with the customer to succeed
The wash owner attributes much of his success as an operator to his involvement in carwash associations.
Bill changer manufacturer acquired by Valley-Dynamo Companies
RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — The acquisition goes into effect Oct. 15.
Dog wash owner takes on carwash market
LEWISTOWN, Mont. — Jake Barta started with the idea of owning a dog wash, and now has a carwash operation as well, according to Lewistown News-Argus.
Man found dead in carwash bay
FULLERTON, Calif. — A man was found dead on Wednesday afternoon at a carwash bay said local police, according to the Orange County Register.
