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Curious about unlimited wash clubs? Check out this story on one of the pioneers of the unlimited wash programs that are all the rage in the industry. Waterway Gas & Wash has been offering its Clean Car Club since the 1970s.



Visit http://www.carwash.org/car-wash-magazine/inside-the-car-wash-industry/story/waterway-gas-wash to view the full article online.

 
Zep Vehicle Care, Inc.
Industry News
Source: Car and Driver
From fuel economy regulations to in-vehicle touchscreens and all things electric, Car and Driver answers your burning automotive questions.

Visit https://www.caranddriver.com/features/20-tough-questions-about-the-auto-industry-in-2018-feature to view the full article online.

 
Source: Chief Executive


According to recent surveys, CEO confidence is showing signs of faltering amid a cascade of political drama, growing concern about America’s role in the world, and worry that the new president cannot deliver to business what he promised during the campaign.

Visit https://chiefexecutive.net/ceo-confidence-geopolitical-worry-congress-standoff/ to view the full article online.

 
Source: Crain's New York Business


A ruling last month stated that all car washes in New York City need to get licensed and bonded to comply with the Car Wash Accountability Act, a law passed in 2015 by the City Council. Now that the law has been revised, the Department of Consumer Affairs has begun accepting applications for car wash licenses and will begin enforcement in December.

Visit http://www.crainsnewyork.com/article/20171013/OPINION/171019951/how-to-comply-with-the-new-car-wash-law-without-being-taken-to-the-cleaners to view the full article online.

 
Source: Auto Service World

As more data is generated and its value skyrockets, questions remain over ownership. A fight is looming.

Visit https://www.autoserviceworld.com/features/auto-industry-becoming-data-business/ to view the full article online.

 
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Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Duluth (Ga.) City Council has voted to approve Wash Group V, LLC to operate an emissions testing facility as an additional service to the current automated car wash with exterior vacuums business. 

Visit http://www.ajc.com/news/local/duluth-approves-emissions-testing-facility-car-wash-pib/u5yigi9UGuTIjVDghbbeYN/ to view the full article online.

 
Source: New Ulm Journal


Jensen Motors has broken ground on a new car wash near their dealership in New Ulm, Minn. Plans include a state-of-the-art tunnel-style car wash, with capacity to wash 60 cars per hour. The tunnel is 95 feet long and contains special neo-tech foam material to clean the car without scratching it.

Visit http://www.nujournal.com/news/monday-business/2017/10/16/jensen-motors-building-car-wash/ to view the full article online.

 
Warsaw Chemical Company, Inc.
Ascentium Capital , LLC
Leadership
 
   
Source: Forbes

The challenge most leaders face is that they are using tools, paradigms and frames of reference that are no longer appropriate for the contemporary business environment. While execution and operational excellence are key for maintaining current success, future success requires entrepreneurial leadership.

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/tendayiviki/2017/10/08/the-five-traits-of-entrepreneurial-leadership/#54d4d8ee3513 to view the full article online.

 
Source: Forbes

Traditionally, CEOs pick the business. They do data analysis, market research, check the overheads and cost of production, and eventually begin a business with a set plan. But what happens if the business picks you? Are you able to recognize and capitalize on potential when you see it?

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/kevinkruse/2017/10/17/with-just-2-words-this-ceo-has-leadership-in-the-bag/#f4f8f026a164 to view the full article online.

 
Chia Ma Car Wash System
PDQ Manufacturing
Marketing
 
   
Source: Entrepreneur

In a recent survey, 85 percent of business owners said word-of-mouth referrals were the best way to acquire local customers. But is it in your control as a business owner to increase the number of referrals you receive on a monthly basis or is it luck of the draw? 

Visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/302229 to view the full article online.

 
Source: CSP Daily
Effective marketing campaigns don’t need big-league budgets to reach customers and create buzz. By leveraging assets and integrating creative tactics, retailers can attract customers and give them reasons to keep coming back.

Visit http://www.cspdailynews.com/print/csp-magazine/article/10-marketing-ideas-grow-car-wash-profits to view the full article online.

 
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