Motor City Wash Works , a manufacturer of conveyorized vehicle wash systems, equipment, and controls for the professional car wash industry, raised $340,085 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at its 2023 Open House and Charity Auction and “Washing Cars. Fighting Cancer” promotion. For 10 years, Motor City Wash Works has partnered with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to raise nearly $2 million dollars in total donations. This year’s Charity Auction, held at the GEM Theater, sparked a bidding war for MCWW equipment, St. Jude patient’s handmade artwork, and G ..read more

National Carwash Solutions (NCS), a leader in car wash service and systems, has announced the strategic acquisition of Panaram International Trading Co., operating under the brand name USAtowl (formerly Carwashworld). The acquisition is a significant stride in providing enhanced customer solutions, highlighting NCS’s dedication to meeting the evolving needs of car wash owners and operators throughout North America. NCS provides comprehensive solutions catering to the diverse needs of car wash owners, operators, and investors. The NCS family of brands includes MacNeil ..read more

Go Car Wash will open at 4801 Broadway, Depew, NY, within the next two weeks. Developer Royal Wash Development LLC, an affiliate of Rochester-based Daniele Family Cos., sold the property to VEREIT Real Estate L.P., an affiliate of San Diego-based Realty Income. Daniele Family Cos. has developed several Go Car Wash locations in Western New York, almost all of which have been purchased by Realty Income affiliates. Since 2021, Realty Income has purchased seven recently developed Go Car Washes in Erie County and one in Niagara County, at prices ranging from $2.56 million t ..read more

Matthews Real Estate Investment Services, a commercial real estate investment services and technology firm, completed the $8 million sale of 7220 Maie Ave, Los Angeles, CA. The property, which housed Florence Car Wash, was sold as a redevelopment opportunity zoned for mixed-use. The investment was sold by a private investor looking to take advantage of the property’s zoning and sell it to an experienced developer. Matthews agents secured a significantly above-market sale price for the .77-acre property at $240 per square foot of land, approximately $10.4 million per acre. U ..read more

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            Recently, my wife came home from the grocery store quite angry she couldn’t get her loyalty points or gas discount because the chain’s reward program crashed.             I asked if she had talked with the manager, and she said he was too busy dealing with a mob of disgruntled customers over the issue.             So, we know rewards work. We also know instant gratification is important. My wife went on and on about swi ..read more

            Every December, Auto Laundry News invites executives from across the car wash landscape to share their views on the current state of the industry and what lies ahead for next year and beyond. This year, the participants are: •          Dave Koerner, Owner, Kerner’s Car Wash & Quick Lube •          Christian Seem, Chief Stores Officer, Spotless Brands •          Jason Ugent, General Manage ..read more

            No poking. No prodding. No coughing. No sticking out my tongue and saying AHHH. Somewhere along the line, at least according to my last physical, it’s far more efficient for the doctor to ask a couple of questions, prescribe a list of routine tests based on my answers, and schedule a follow-up to review the results. I was in and out in 15 minutes.             The balanced use of data and intuition to make better decisions has improved every aspect of our lives. And it’s get ..read more

Beauty Glo Rinse Aid by Stone Soap Company is a highly effective drying agent that provides excellent “break” and water beading. It is compatible with high- and low-volume arches, reduces drying time in tunnels, and provides self-serve customers with the look of more expensive products. The product features a vibrant red color with an appealing cherry fragrance. The product is available in 5-, 15-, 30-, and 55-gallon containers. Stone Soap Company Inc. 2000 Pontiac Drive, Sylvan Lake, MI 48320. (248) 706-1000. Toll free: (800) 952-7627. Fax: (248) 706-1001. E-mail: sales@stonesoap.com. Website ..read more

Mark VII’s ChoiceWash XT provides touch-free and soft-touch wash formats in a single platform. Customers can choose between a touch-free, soft-touch, or combination wash, increasing revenue potential. SofTecs foam brushes safely and gently clean and polish, while turbo technology contours vehicles for more contact time and better cleaning. Units include Mark VII Plus, allowing operators to check bay status using any device. Add-on options include a foam curtain, light doors with two configurations, and door designs. Mark VII Equipment Inc., 5981 Tennyson St., Arvada, CO 80003. Toll free: (800 ..read more