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A.V.W. Equipment Co., Inc.
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When a local robotics team was searching for ways they could save water and raise money, they turned to their local professional car wash for optimum results, and a little education along the way! Now, they're spreading the word about the benefits of professional car washing to all who will listen.

Visit http://www.carwash.org/car-wash-magazine/feature-stories/feature/car-wash-fundraisers-without-waste to view the full article online.

 
Zep Vehicle Care, Inc.
Industry News
Source: Automotive News

According to General Motors CEO Mary Barra, the auto giant plans to continue investing heavily in the latest automotive technology and trends, from autonomous vehicles, to ride-sharing and electric vehicles. 

Visit http://www.autonews.com/article/20171211/OEM/171219920/gms-crystal-ball-includes-owner-driver-model-barra-says to view the full article online.

 
Source: USA Today
According to auto experts, today's cars are better equipped than ever to handle whatever winter may throw at America's drivers. 

Visit https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2017/12/09/edmunds-recommends-10-car-features-help-survive-winter-driving/926943001/ to view the full article online.

 
Source: Richmond Times-Dispatch

The owner of Richmond, Virginia's new WashYourWayRVA is improving on what he sees as the typical car wash experience, by implementing a flexible model for his customers.

Visit http://www.richmond.com/business/local/biz-buzz-washyourwayrva-has-created-a-hybrid-model-car-wash/article_63453a91-2a40-5b25-a5b0-e7ca44d51f8e.html to view the full article online.

 
Source: WVVA

Customers at Magnum Car Wash in Beckley, W.V., couldn't help but notice the 100-plus new bikes purchased thanks to a generous donation from the business. As a way to get in on the action, customers who brought in a toy for Toys for Tots also got a free car wash. 

Visit http://www.wvva.com/story/37035993/2017/12/Sunday/local-car-wash-and-law-firms-donate-bikes-and-helmets-to-toys-for-tots to view the full article online.

 
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Diamond Shine Car Care
Source: Whittier Daily News
Whittier, California's architecturally historic Five Points Car Wash will get a new lease on life when it re-opens as part of a mixed-use housing development. 

Visit http://www.whittierdailynews.com/2017/12/05/why-an-old-car-wash-is-part-of-60-unit-apartment-project-in-whittier/ to view the full article online.

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

Leadership is a balancing act, with commanding leadership on one side and personal leadership on the other. Not surprisingly, however, the best leaders are able to strike a balance between the two.

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/scottstephenson/2017/11/29/the-duality-of-balanced-leadership/#1d451553262d to view the full article online.

 
Source: Forbes

As a leader, you are inevitably in the spotlight, whether you like it or not. You will be seen as a model for others, both the positive trust-building behavior and the behaviors that may break down trust.

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolkinseygoman/2017/11/27/how-leaders-build-and-destroy-trust/#466a147340e5 to view the full article online.

 
Chia Ma Car Wash System
PDQ Manufacturing
Marketing
 
   
Source: Entrepreneur

Good customer service can be one of your company's biggest differentiators for your company. This slideshow shares expert advice for taking your customer service efforts to the next level.

Visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/slideshow/305812 to view the full article online.

 
Source: Inc.
Research shows that acquiring new customers costs 5 to 25 times more than retaining the customers you already have. But to foster a loyal customer base, you need to provide an exceptional experience that keeps them coming back. 

Visit https://www.inc.com/larry-alton/how-to-create-brand-loyalty-through-customer-experience.html?cid=hmsub3 to view the full article online.

 
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