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In Part I of this article, in the November 2019 issue of Auto Laundry News, we explored what an equity rollover is and the motivations behind it. »

One of the goals of automobile manufacturers is to provide their customers with an attractive exterior finish that will last for the life of the vehicle as well as a finish that is more protective. »

etworking is recognized as a major influence on one’s ability to achieve great success. The most successful people in the world possess the capability to influence and shape the opinions of others.  »

Auto Laundry News invited executives from car wash companies that are actively seeking to add wash locations to their holdings to share their insights on how the following 12 months might shape the industry. The participants are: »

According to the Auto Laundry News 2019 conveyor survey, most of the benchmarks remain positive for express-exterior conveyor operators. »

Most of us who are currently involved in the automotive reconditioning industry had to, at one point or another, make a decision as to whether or not we would have a mobile or fixed operation. »

Why would a customer choose your car wash over any other?

Just a few years ago, building a car wash in a market was its own barrier to other competitors entering.  »

Drawing customers to your wash is a year-round effort. Whether it is advertising, geo-located promotions, or good old-fashioned superior service, owners are constantly looking for ways to attract new washers. »

You are not in control of everything. That’s right. As much as you’d like to, you cannot control all that goes on around you. Unlikeable policies will be made, people will say and do things that upset you,  »

The crucial importance of foam in self-serve car washing bays is right there in the name: foaming brush. Without an adequate supply of thick, cleansing, sudsy foam to properly loosen grit and serve as lubrication, a foaming brush... »

Converting an in-bay automatic car wash system into a higher volume mini-tunnel is said to be easy, affordable, and profitable. »

With the increase of private equity and external investment activity in the car wash sector, the topic of equity rollovers as a component of deal structures needs to be addressed. »

There are steps that can be taken to establish and maintain a successful detail business. Creating and maintaining success is not necessarily easy, but there are some definite steps that you can take to increase your chances. »

For those living in the Boise, ID area, Fast Eddy’s is a local icon with a long history of superior customer service in the gas/convenience store and car care industries.  »

I won’t be impressed with technology until I can download food. Unsure whom this quote is attributed to, but I think we can all relate. »