Blu Swan Express Carwash opens new site in Tampa, Fla.

The new facility features one of the longest and most advanced wash tunnels in the area, equipped with cutting-edge technology.

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Jim Utter
September 02, 2025

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🔦TODAY’S SPOTLIGHT🔦

Blu Swan Express Carwash opens new site in Tampa, Fla.

As part of a new growth strategy, Summit Wash Holdings has expanded into a new state and with a new brand.

Founded in 2022, SWH has until recently had operations in Connecticut, New York, Nebraska, Missouri and Florida and has operated a pair of brands – Russell’s Speeder’s and Waters CarWash.

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➥ SUMMARY

The new facility features one of the longest and most advanced wash tunnels in the area, equipped with cutting-edge technology.

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✂️SHORTCUTS✂️

   Editor’s Pick 👇

  • OPW names David Malinas as new president: OPW, a Dover Company, announced that it has appointed David Malinas as new OPW president, effective immediately. Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. Malinas brings more than 20 years of operational leadership experience to his new role. He most recently served as chief operating officer of Duravant, a global automation equipment company based in Chicago. Read more here.

   Express Hits  🎯 

  • Summit Wash Holdings, an industry-leading, membership-focused car wash group with operations in Connecticut, New York, Nebraska, Missouri, New Jersey, and Florida and first established in 2022, is proud to recognize a new location under the Waters Car Wash brand in Palm City, Florida. The Martin Highway location marks the first in Palm City – and represents another step forward in the company’s strategic expansion initiatives.  “Our team is excited to expand our footprint and eager to bring the quality and care Waters Car Wash is known for to this wonderful community,” said Kevin Matthews, COO of Summit Wash Holdings.

  • Club Car Wash, one of the fastest-growing express car wash companies in the United States, is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest location at 18318 Evans St, Omaha, NE 68022. The new Omaha site offers Unlimited Wash Memberships, powerful vacuums and complimentary microfiber towels. To celebrate the opening, Club Car Wash is offering its top-tier wash-the $25 MVP-for just $1. All proceeds will support Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), a nonprofit dedicated to providing a home-away-from-home for families with children receiving medical care.

    👉 More updates here.

   Making Waves Around the World  🌊 

  • Drivers warned against Tik Tok ‘car wash trend’ that can end up with costly repairs: Drivers in the United Kingdom are being warned against participating in a new Tik Tok trend in which TikTokers have been recording themselves climbing and dancing on their cars as they wash them in car washes. According to a report by The Sun, the fan involves dancing, pressure-washing and even climbing on a car to the sped up soundtrack of Ellie Goulding’s “Lights.” Experts explained how these actions could actually damage a vehicle. Drivers risk costly damage to their cars, including dents, cracked panels, and broken parts. One estimate for damage to roof tops ranges anywhere from £150 to over £1,000.

    👉 More updates here.

   What’s Coming Up  📅

  • Leadership Worth Following Growth Summit: The LWF’s Growth Summit, designed to bring together car wash professionals committed to growth, impact and authentic leadership, is Sept. 22-23, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. More info here.

  • Car Wash Show Europe 2025: The leading car wash trade fair in Europe takes place Sept. 24-25, 2025, at EXPO Greater Amsterdam in the Netherlands. More info here.

  • Northeast Regional Carwash Convention 2025: The NRCC, scheduled for Oct. 6-8, 2025, in Atlantic City, New Jersey, includes educational seminars, keynote speakers, and a large trade show. More info here.

  • NACS Show 2025: The National Association of Convenience Stores trade show, scheduled for Oct. 14-17, 2025, Chicago, Illinois, brings together convenience and fuel retailing industry professionals for learning, buying and selling and networking. More info here.

  • ROADMAP by ICA: The International Carwash Association presents its two-day ROADMAP conference Nov. 3-4, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. Day 1’s focus will be “People,” while Day 2 will be “Projections.” More info here.

  • SEMO Show 2025: The Specialty Equipment Market Association’s annual automotive industry tradeshow is Nov. 4-7, 2025, at the Las Vegas (Nevada) Convention Center. Read more here.

  • 12th Women in Carwash Conference: The first bi-annual Women in Carwash Conference of 2026 will be held Jan. 18-20, 2026, at the Hilton Clearwater (Florida) Beach Resort & Spa. More info here.

  • SCWA Convention & Expo 2026: The Southwest Car Wash Association’s annual “First Big Car Wash Show of Year” will be held Feb. 25-27, 2026, at the Fort Worth (Texas) Convention Center. More info here.

  • ICA 2026 The Car Wash Show: The International Carwash Association’s premier event is set for May 11-13, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. More info here.

❓DID YOU KNOW❓

According to Stellar Market Research, the car detailing services market is expected to grow to $66.85 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.8 percent (2025 to 2032).

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