Kwik Trip plans to build new location
SARTELL, Minn. — If approved, the site will include a gas station and carwash.
PDQ receives auto dealer OEM approvals for wash systems
DE PERE, Wis. — Evaluations verified that PDQ Manufacturing Inc.’s LaserWash AutoXpress and ProTouch AutoGloss meet strict industry performance standards required for OEM approval.
Investing in water
With growing concerns over drought, carwashes should consider installing water recycling equipment.
Sneak peek: Industry growth and new investors
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In this upcoming August feature, Editorial Director Rich DiPaolo discusses why growth in the car care industry means staying informed.
City commission approves request to build carwash
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The new carwash will feature prep stations, 18 vacuum stations under a canopy and a dual pay point.
Entrepreneurship center advances local detailers
ALLISTON, Ontario — The center helped with logo and web design, and provided business mentoring.
How to Start a Carwash: Knowing when to take investor support
Beth Marcus explains why entrepreneurs shouldn’t be quick to accept investors.
Family opens new wash on memorable site
EASTON, Md. — The site was previously a “robo wash” and a fond memory.
Carwash chain invests $500K to upgrade reclaim systems
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — At home, washing a vehicle could use up to 150 gallons of water.
Kwik Trip applies for multimillion-dollar development
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — In the rezoning request, Kwik Trip representatives reported that the multimillion-dollar investment “would create between 25 and 30 jobs with payroll projected to be $500,000.”
GetGo seeks approval for first store in city
ERIE, Penn. —The chain will build a 5,750-square-foot facility with gas pumps and a carwash.
Council approves change of use for carwash
SOMERSET, England — A previous application to run a carwash was denied after nearby occupants protested.