WEEK IN REVIEW

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Jim Utter
March 29, 2025

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Jim Utter
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WEEKEND ROUNDUP

A look back at the week’s top stories:

👉Tidal Wave Auto Spa and Atlanta Braves agree to a two-year partnership extension

Tidal Wave Auto Spa will continue its partnership with Major League Baseball’s Atlanta Braves, becoming the official car wash of the Braves. Late last week, Tidal Wave announced a two-year extension of its existing partnership with one of baseball’s oldest franchises. Read more here.

👉GO Car Wash plans special ‘thank you’ to healthcare and medical professionals

GO Car Wash held a special ‘thank you’ to a group of “community heroes” later this month. All day on Friday (March 28), GO Car Wash offered a free “GO Big!” car wash to any healthcare and medical professionals at any of its participating locations across nine states – California, New York, Virginia, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Texas, Nevada and Oregon. Read more here.

👉Federal Appeals Court upholds car wash patent verdict against Wash World but pares back award

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued an opinion this week preserving a district court’s patent infringement verdict against Wash World Inc. but did trim the amount of damages awarded by the jury. The case Belanger Inc. v. Wash World Inc. (No. 23-1841) dates to 2018 when Belanger sent Wash World a cease-and-desist letter alleging that its “Razor EDGE” car wash system infringed its patent (U.S. Patent No. 8,602,041), which related to automated car wash systems equipped with illuminated spray arms. Read more here.

👉Whistle Express plans to transform 'National Car Wash Day' into a weekend

Whistle Express Car Wash is planning to turn Friday’s National Car Wash Day into a weekend celebration for its customers. To kick off the celebration, Whistle Express, in partnership with National Carwash Solutions, will donate $10,000 to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals on Friday to continue its ongoing commitment to the local communities it serves. Read more here.

👉Innovative Control Systems' new AI-LPR solution features 'true milestones' in industry

Innovative Control Systems, a product brand of OPW Vehicle Wash Solutions, has introduced an impressive new upgrade to its existing license-plate recognition technology. ICS’ new AI-LPR is an upgrade to the existing ICA Auto Passport LPR, which is an LPR system that simplifies license-plate recognition for vehicle wash club members through a contactless enrollment process that enhances operational efficiency and improves customer satisfaction. Read more here.

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📅WHAT’S COMING UP📅

  • Midwest Petroleum & C-Store Tradeshow 2025: With over 300 exhibitors, “M-PACT” will showcase the latest products, services and technologies Tuesday-Thursday at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind. More info here.

  • Upper Midwest Convenience Store and Energy Convention 2025: UMCS is a collaboration between FUELING MINNESOTA and FUELIowa trade associations and held April 7-9, 2025, in Saint Paul, Minnesota. 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.

  • 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. The three-day event includes presentations, hands-on workshops, discussion groups, open forums, networking opportunities, and entertaining experiences. 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.

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