Creative owner tallies election poll
MADISON, WI — Customers can anonymously choose between Wisconsin’s two gubernatorial candidates.
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How to use the holiday weekend effectively
The upcoming three-day long Memorial Day holiday can mean more customers and more revenue for your business if you follow these tips.
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What should you toss and what should you fix?
Detail Editor Bud Abraham says that when it comes to your equipment, there are some things that just aren’t worth saving. But, for some pieces, it would be more than wise to try and fix them before throwing them away.
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Detailers chase down violent purse snatcher
SAVANNAH, GA — After a daring chase, two detailers managed to catch a fleeing thief and recover a woman’s stolen purse.
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Got any advice?
LATHAM, NY ― What is the best advice you have for other carwash or detail shop owners? Does it have to do with equipment or employee incentives? We’re looking to you to for an upcoming article that will ultimately benefit others looking to better their business.
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Detailer disturbs huge snake hiding under seat
OKLAHOMA CITY — After an 80-mile car ride, a large rat snake was evicted from under a car seat during a detail service. Owner claims he had no idea the reptile was there during his drive.
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Sound curtains
Goff’s Enterprises Inc. introduces Sound Curtains, new custom-made noise control curtains and screens designed to…
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Are your energy costs too high?
Now is a good time to check for leaks.
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Presenting a… “Remarkable Journey”, part 2
Columnist Mike Perry discusses why carwash revenues count more now than ever before and why value-added “best in class” suppliers are going to soon start partnering with c-stores.
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Perception is Reality
I recently visited several express washes and noticed there was a consistent message from some great operator.
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Touch-free vs. friction: Can you have it all?
The first question that confronts most buyers of in-bay automatics is: touch-free or friction? It’s a difficult question to answer because it depends on so many factors. Much of