Helpful tips for the inevitable winter car wash

Waiting for a good “spring cleaning” may not be the best option. But should you decide to visit a commercial car wash in the winter, there are some helpful tips you should keep in mind.

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Jim Utter
January 15, 2025

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👋Good morning! It’s only mid-January, but it seems much of the country has already gotten a blast of harsh winter weather conditions. In this issue of the Car Wash Daily News email newsletter, we provide some helpful tips on why you should keep your car clean in winter and how best to do it.

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Helpful tips for the inevitable winter car wash

Cold temperatures may seem a contra-indicator to heading to a car wash, but winter and spring tend to be the two busiest seasons for car washes.

While freezing temperatures on the surface don’t tend to mix well with water, the debris buildup from winter weather is reason enough to explore the need to find a car washing option.

Especially in areas of the country that face harsh winter weather conditions – and we’ve already seen a fair share of that already including in areas not generally accustomed to it – road salt, grime and other debris can potentially damage a car’s paint and undercarriage if left untreated.

In many cases, waiting for a good “spring cleaning” may not be the best option.

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➥ SUMMARY

Road salt, grime and other debris can potentially damage a car's paint and undercarriage if left untreated, but in many cases, waiting for a good "spring cleaning" may not be the best option.

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✂️SHORTCUTS✂️

   Editor’s Picks 👇

  • Western Carwash Association adds board of director members: The Western Carwash Association (WCA), a leading organization dedicated to promoting innovation, growth, and collaboration in the car wash industry, recently added four new members to its 2025 board of directors. They are Richard Andreas of Washworld, Alexander Lazar of Ocean Blue Car Wash; Heath Pomerantz of WOW Carwash and Kyle Thibault of Motor City Wash Works. WCA remains committed to providing resources, education, and advocacy for car wash operators and suppliers. The addition of these four accomplished leaders underscores WCA’s dedication to fostering collaboration and shaping the future of the car wash industry. Read more here.

   Express Hits  🎯 

  • An amendment to an existing planned development district to allow a tunnel express car wash with vacuum stations at 2668 and 2678 U.S. 17 South in Brunswick, Georgia, was recently by the Glynn County Mainland Planning Commission. A site plan for the planned car wash was also unanimously approved.

  • The Classy Chassis Car Wash location in Lakewood, Washington, recently reopened for business following an extensive remodeling of the car wash and detailing center. Customers are reminded that some construction continues around the building and lobby entrance. The main Lakewood location features an automatic tunnel wash, hand washing, an Xpress Lube, coffee shop and retail store.

  • Marcus & Millichap, a leading commercial real estate firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, recently completed the sale of a new El Car Wash in Miami, Florida, for more than $6.7 million. The property includes a newly constructed, state-of-the-art express car wash facility with a 120-foot tunnel.

    👉 More updates here.

   Making Waves Around the World  🌊 

  • Mr. Wash begins “15/30” employee campaign: The German car wash company, Mr. Wash Autoservice AG, began the new year with an enhanced commitment to its employees. As part of its “15/30” campaign, the hourly wage for all employees increased by one euro with the starting wage now set at 15 euros. In addition, employees will receive five additional days of vacation per year and a paid birthday off – for 30 days’ holiday pay per year. 👉 More updates here.

   What’s Coming Up  📅

  • AHR Expo: More than 1,800 HVACR exhibitors are expected at the AHR Expo Feb. 10-12, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. More info here.

  • Southwest Car Wash Association: The organization will hold its annual convention and expo Feb. 26-28, 2025, at the Fort Worth (Texas) Convention Center. More info here.

  • Convenience U CARWACS Show 2025: The Convenience U CARWACS Show – Canada’s largest convenience, gas and car wash industry event – is set for March 4-5, 2025, at the International Centre Hall 5 in Mississauga, Ontario. More info here.  

  • APEC 2025: The leading conference in North America for power electronic professionals will take place March 16-20, 2025, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. More info here.

  • Heartland Carwash Association 2025: The organization’s annual product and equipment show will take place March 24-26, 2025, at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. More info here.

  • ICA Car Wash Show 2025: The ultimate gathering for car wash pros returns to the Las Vegas (Nevada) Convention Center April 26-28, 2025. More info here.

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

❓DID YOU KNOW❓

According to U.S. Census Bureau data, the District of Columbia has the lowest car wash-to-population ratio - one for every 54,288 people. However, despite its few numbers, the District ranks first in average sales per car wash ($879,000).

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