At ISTOBAL USA: booth 1335
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Be sure to check out ISTOBAL’s equipment and much more while at The Car Wash Show™.
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BendPak founder Don Henthorn passes away
AGOURA HILLS, Calif. — Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment.
![Don Henthorn, owner and founder of BendPak Inc., passed away March 28, 2024. Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment.](jpg/don-henthorn-bendpak-2.jpg)
Liquid insect remover from Stone Soap
This safe, concentrated formula quickly removes the residue from insects, eliminating scrubbing and can be used on all car surfaces.
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New Hyundai/Kia air skirt helps to maximize EV range
AAS technology controls the flow of air entering through the lower part of the bumper and controls the turbulence generated around the wheels.
![New Hyundai/Kia air skirt helps to maximize EV range](jpg/hyundai-kia-air-skirt-2.jpg)
High-powered EV charging network begins operations in North America
TORRANCE, Calif. — With Seth Cutler as CEO, IONNA targets to become one of the most accessible and reliable high-powered charging networks in North America with plans to deploy at least 30,000 chargers.
![With Seth Cutler, newly appointed as the chief executive officer, the release stated that IONNA targets to become one of the most accessible and reliable high-powered charging networks in North America with plans to deploy at least 30,000 chargers.](jpg/seth-cutler-ionna-2.jpg)
Lucas Oil announces executive promotions
INDIANAPOLIS — Morgan Lucas has been named chief executive officer and Katie Lucas is now president.
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Heath Pomerantz joins Wow Carwash as COO
LAS VEGAS — Pomerantz is a carwash industry veteran, working in nearly every aspect of the business for almost three decades.
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Charging electric vehicles in cold weather
Electrify America is sharing its top five tips to keep an EV on the move this winter.
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Driven Brands reports fourth quarter, fiscal year 2023 results
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — System-wide sales were $6.3 billion, up 12% versus the prior year driven by 7% same-store sales growth and 4% net store growth, the company reported.
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Hyundai, Kia unveil ‘Uni Wheel’ drive system
SEOUL — Uni Wheel is an integrated wheel drive system that dramatically improves available space inside an EV by moving the main drive system components to the vacant space within the wheel hub, the company stated.
![Hyundai, Kia Unveil 'Uni Wheel' Drive System](jpg/hyundai-uniwheel-2.jpg)
Orlando Magic, Waters Car Wash announce partnership
ORLANDO, Fla. — In addition to discounts and free washes, the partnership will feature brand integrations at home games including in-arena signage, in-arena hustle stats and in-game promotions.
![Orlando Magic, Waters Car Wash announce partnership](jpg/magic-waters-car-wash.jpg)
Crew Carwash honored in Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work awards
FISHERS, Ind. — The Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Awards are based on the input of employees who voluntarily provide anonymous feedback on Glassdoor.
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