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WEEKEND ROUNDUP
A look back at the week’s top stories:
👉Sonny’s Enterprises opens new Global Capability Center in India
Sonny’s Enterprises, the largest global manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, has opened a new facility in India that it hopes will spark continued technological innovation in the industry. Sonny’s, based in Tamarac, Florida, produces numerous products, including car wash conveyor systems, friction rollovers, touchless automatics and other car wash accessories. Read more here.
👉Mr. Splash Car Wash scores three-point play with trio of NBA standouts
Wisconsin-based Mr. Splash Car Wash has entered into a strategic partnership with three current and former standout players in the NBA. Collectively known as “The Squad,” NBA standouts Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thansis Antetokounpo and Michael Carter-Williams have invested in the car wash company and signed a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) agreement in an effort to help Mr. Splash expand throughout the Midwest. Read more here.
👉Vontier Corp. acquires Sgt. Sudz to strengthen its position in car wash technology market
Vontier Corporation, a global industrial technology company, on Tuesday announced the acquisition of Sergeant Sudz, a leading provider of next-generation car wash tunnel automation and smart motor control center (MCC) technology. The acquisition will combine Vontier’s existing DRB car wash technology with Sgt. Sudz’s smart MCC technology and industrial automation expertise. Read more here.
👉WashStacks, NXT partnership plans to reshape management of car washes
WashStacks, the leading car wash operations and HR management platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with NXT, a point-of-sale provider which also services the car wash industry. Both companies are recognized as technology-focused revolutionaries committed to modernizing car wash operations through innovative solutions. Read more here.
👉The Pulse Report Q2 2025: Spending holds steady as confidence wavers
The Second Quarter 2025 Pulse Report by the International Carwash Association shows diverging trends that reveal economic anxiety but continued strength in car wash loyalty and retail activity. The ICA released its Q2 2025 edition of “The Pulse Report,” which offers members a detailed snapshot of industry sentiment and consumer behavior based on research conducted in May 2025. Read more here.
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📅WHAT’S COMING UP📅
Sunshine Expo 2025: The Florida Petroleum Marketers Association’s annual event is July 28-30, 2025, at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida. More info here.
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.
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.
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.
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