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In response to tariffs, Triumph Car Wash Parts opens first U.S. distribution center

Triumph owners Tim Justice and Vince MacNeil decided to invest in U.S.-based infrastructure to better serve their customers and keep costs as low as possible.

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Jim Utter
April 17, 2025

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🌅Good morning! Learn more about Triumph Car Wash Parts’ efforts to help its customers better traverse the volatile U.S.-Canada tariff situation in this issue of the Car Wash Daily News email newsletter.

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🔦TODAY’S SPOTLIGHT🔦

In response to tariffs, Triumph Car Wash Parts opens first U.S. distribution center

Triumph Car Wash Parts has followed through on its commitment to help its customers traverse the volatile U.S.-Canada tariff situation with the opening of its first distribution center in the United States.

In January, around the time of the inauguration of U.S. president Donald Trump, the company based in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, said it was preparing for the possibility of Trump’s tariff increases and their potential effect on the cost of imported car wash parts and materials.

In response to the recent tariff policy changes announced by Trump, Triumph has opened a new distribution facility in Niagara Falls, New York, which it believes will allow the company to streamline operations, reduce shipping times, and minimize costs typically associated with international import fees.

Read more here.

➥ SUMMARY

Triumph Car Wash Parts owners decided to invest in U.S.-based infrastructure to better serve their loyal customer base and keep costs as low as possible during a challenging economic shift.

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✂️SHORTCUTS✂️

   Editor’s Picks 👇

  • Deltic Wash Force launches new ProKleen line of car wash chemicals: Deltic Wash Force recently announced the launch of ProKleen, a new line of value-driven car wash chemicals designed to provide exceptional performance at an affordable price. Made in Canada for Canadian car wash professionals, ProKleen chemicals are designed to perform in all weather conditions. “ProKleen offers high-quality performance at an affordable price. It’s made locally, supporting Canadian businesses, and it helps car washes maximize their savings while achieving great results,” said Brett Bunston, President at Deltic Wash Force. Read more here.

   Express Hits  🎯 

  • Badger Carwash in Lampasas, Texas, has been celebrating its grand reopening this week, with the celebration concluding today (April 17). The carwash, at 105 East Avenue B, has been in operation for 25 years. Recent renovations have included a significant investment in technology and improving customer experience. The site includes a touchless automatic wash as well as a 10-bay self-service wash.

  • A proposed zoning change in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, that would allow an “upscale” car wash and/or drive-thru restaurant to be built by a local developer received its first reading this week. The developer is requesting the city change the zoning classification of a 4-acre part of an 11-acre parcel at 1401 Eighth Ave. from ‘mixed use commercial’ to ‘commercial shopping center.’ The current mixed-use zoning prohibits car washes and permits restaurants, but drive-thru service isn’t allowed.

  • G2 Express Car Wash in Villa Rica, Georgia, is hosting a celebration noon-4 p.m. ET on Saturday to mark its one-year anniversary. The event will feature food trucks, raffles, games, giveaways, and a live radio broadcast from 104.5 FM “MyCity.” Raffle prizes include a free one-month membership for unlimited car washes, custom gift basket ($125 value), and Kenmore gas grill (valued at $400). Participants do not need to be present to win.

    👉 More updates here.

   Making Waves Around the World  🌊 

  • Delhi considers banning car wash detergents to reduce river pollution: The Delhi government in India is preparing to impose a ban on soaps and detergents used in car washes to reduce pollution in the Yamuna River. The government claims the products contain harmful phosphates and surfactants that enter stormwater drains, contributing to toxic foam. Authorities believe this step is crucial in their efforts to clean the river, which has suffered from years of unchecked contamination. The government plans to launch an awareness campaign before implementing the ban, educating citizens on the environmental impact. As an alternative, the government is considering setting up car wash centers near sewage treatment plants (STPs), which use treated wastewater to clean vehicles.

    👉 More updates here.

   What’s Coming Up  📅

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

  • 12th Women in Carwash Conference: The biannual conference’s second event of the year is set for Jun 8-10, 2025, at The Charter Hotel in Seattle, Washington. More info here.

  • Southwest Fuel & Convenience Expo 2025: The premier event for fuel, food and convenience retailers in the Southwest United States is set for June 9-11, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. 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.

❓DID YOU KNOW❓

According to the most recent Quarterly Car Wash Industry Report from Rinsed (April 2025), average monthly churn (percentage of members who churned due to credit card decline and who voluntarily ended memberships) stood at 7 percent, was up 6.1 percent year-over-year.

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