Around the Industry – November 2015
Discover the latest trends and news from around the car care and c-store industries.
A closer look at self-serves and in-bay automatics
For any carwash model, management and oversight are essential components for efficient operations.
Video of the Week: Carwash features haunting entertainment
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — For this week’s video, take a ride through a Halloween-themed carwash.
Business combines carwashing and sushi
MELBOURNE, Australia — In addition to “x-factor” carwashes, carpet shampoos and polishes, Star Hand Car Wash and Sushi Bar offers its customers various Japanese dishes, including sushi.
Rio Car Wash to offer free washes
RICHMOND, Va. — The promotion is part of the Grace for Vets program.
Carwash owner turns stand-alone site into mobile business
OLD GREENWICH, Conn. — By going mobile, Eric Birdsall, owner and operator of Birdie’s Auto Spa, has expanded his customer base.
Pep Boys to sell business to Bridgestone
PHILADELPHIA — Under the agreement, Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC will acquire Pep Boys in an all cash transaction for $15 per share, or around $835 million in aggregate equity value.
Wash owner honors sister by hosting fundraiser
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Empire Car Wash owner Brett Roemen’s sister, Wendy Moe, went through 28 radiation treatments and eight rounds of chemotherapy after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Business to feature haunted carwash
LUBBOCK, Texas — Customers will receive Racer Classic Car Wash’s best exterior wash for $10, in addition to free trick-or-treat bags for the kids and candy.
Business to offer free washes and oil changes
PHOENIX — This will be the six consecutive year Cobblestone Auto Spa is participating in the Grace for Vets program and the second year the business will offer free oil changes and express carwashes.
A gentler approach to eliminating damage claims
Offer a quality wash with less noise.
Guest Post blog: Educating customers on car care
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Establish trust and boost profits by educating customers on why they must be prepared for the unexpected.
