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The Car Wash Show™ is the largest gathering of owners, managers and decision-makers in car wash, quick lube and detailing. Attendees will be empowered to drive traffic, increase profits, and build and maintain their business from the inside out.

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The second year of the Executive Management Institute is now accepting applications. Taught by executive education faculty, this immersive week of strategic business, financial, and leadership training connects an intimate group of car washers as they build a life-long network of like-minded professionals. All participants receive an official certificate from the University of Notre Dame upon completion.

Visit https://www.carwash.org/events/car-wash-executive-management-institute/home to view the full article online.

 
A.V.W. Equipment Co., Inc.
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Have an employee you would like to reward? Work with a colleague who shows leadership, excellence, and integrity? Have a manager you can't live without? Or do you think you fit the bill? Five deserving recipients will win a Premium Pass to The Car Wash Show 2020 and three-night accommodations at a host hotel in San Antonio – a package valued up to $1,000!

Visit https://www.carwash.org/car-wash-magazine/car-wash-news/news/2020/01/23/emerging-leaders-scholarship-accepting-applications to view the full article online.

 
 
   
In the Technology content path at The Car Wash Show™ 2020, available only to Premium Pass holders this April in San Antonio, you’ll discover how to reimagine your business with technology in mind—without losing sight of your goals.

Visit https://www.carwash.org/car-wash-magazine/car-wash-news/news/2020/01/29/don-t-get-blinded-by-tech.-harness-it-at-the-car-wash-show-2020 to view the full article online.

 
Zep Vehicle Care, Inc.
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From semi-autonomous systems to infotainment perks to driver-assist tools, it’s a safe bet to say that a lot of drivers appreciate progressive auto technologies. But a new study indicates that most consumers aren’t willing to pay much for these technologies.

Visit https://thenewswheel.com/new-survey-says-consumers-want-car-tech-but-only-if-its-cheap/ to view the full article online.

 


Used electric car batteries are getting a second life—as cells on the power grid. Relectrify, an electronics company based in Melbourne, Australia, is currently working on a pilot with American Electric Power and Nissan to use expired batteries in building industrial energy storage. The technology, called a battery management system, could boost lithium-ion battery life by about a third and reduce overall costs by half.

Visit https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/green-tech/a30656914/electric-car-battery-reuse/ to view the full article online.

 
Hydra-Flex Inc.
Source: Petrol Plaza

International Car Wash Group (ICWG) announced the appointment of industry veteran Markus Hockenson as chief executive officer. Hockenson replaces Tom Mangas, who has decided to pursue other opportunities after a short transition period.

Visit https://www.petrolplaza.com/news/23990 to view the full article online.

 


After 54 years at their previous location, Livingston Car Wash is officially relocating, with a soft opening scheduled for Jan. 29. According to longtime owner Paul Ritter, customers will be able to choose between a full-service machine-wash tunnel or a hand-wash tunnel for a more gentle car wash experience. Also unique to the new location is a “Sudsblaster,” which will provide a hands-on, interactive experience for kids.

Visit https://www.tapinto.net/towns/livingston/sections/business-and-finance/articles/livingston-car-wash-to-host-soft-opening-at-new-livingston-circle-location to view the full article online.

 
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WEG Electric Corp.
Source: Argus Leader

Clean Ride Auto Spa, which is set to open in early February in Sioux Falls, S.D., will offer full-service options as well as a wide range of other services. Meeting the varying needs of customers was a central philosophy for the founders of this car wash, which will have a "flex service" business model.

Visit https://www.argusleader.com/story/news/business-journal/2020/01/22/new-kind-car-wash-clean-ride-brings-full-service-and-self-service-options-sioux-falls/4540503002/ to view the full article online.

 

WhiteWater Holding Company, LLC, an express car wash platform headquartered in Houston, has announced its acquisition of Rev Car Wash, LLC, a Dallas-based car wash operator. The acquisition of Rev adds three more locations to WhiteWater’s existing presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth market and expands WhiteWater’s current platform to 15 locations across Texas and Oklahoma.

Visit https://finance.yahoo.com/news/whitewater-express-acquires-rev-car-130000908.html to view the full article online.

 
Coleman Hanna Carwash Systems LLC
Elektrim Motors
Leadership
 
   

Poorly run meetings cost U.S. companies $399 billion. If you want people to respect your leadership, run meetings that high performers love to attend. Here are 12 ways to end unproductive meetings that end up being a waste of everyone's time. 

Visit https://leadershipfreak.blog/2020/01/27/12-ways-to-end-soul-sucking-meetings/ to view the full article online.

 

Many leaders focus solely on strategy creation and leave it to their team to bring the strategies to life. They’re mostly hoping for the best, rather than establishing a structured approach to the implementation. Setting the groundwork for effective implementation isn’t complex, but there are a few key pieces that must be put in place.

Visit https://playbook.amanet.org/training-articles-executing-strategies-timely-predictable-way/ to view the full article online.

 
Chemquest/Hobo Inc.
OPW Vehicle Wash Solutions (PDQ & Belanger)
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Source: Entrepreneur

With growing saturation in the market, small-business owners need to be lean and smart with their marketing efforts. And since time is money, being as efficient as possible is critical. Thankfully, digital marketing allows marketers at all levels to create compelling content to engage with their audience on conservative budgets. But even the truest intentions have their missteps.

Visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/events/event/177 to view the full article online.

 

Consumers prefer to give their business to people they like. The age of entrepreneurs hiding behind faceless company setups is long gone. Today’s businesses must have a human touch to their products and communications with existing and prospective customers.

Visit https://www.nuwireinvestor.com/best-relationship-marketing-strategies-small-businesses-can-use-today/ to view the full article online.

 
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