Links Car Wash to acquire Woodie's Wash Shack in Southeast expansion
The combined company will operate 50 express car wash locations across four states under the Woodie's Wash Shack brand.
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Global car wash service market forecast to hit $55.5 billion by 2033
A new market report projects steady 5.4% annual growth through 2033, driven by subscription programs, rising vehicle ownership and digital technology adoption.
Carwash real estate strategy now decides site success before construction begins
Rising competition and construction costs are pushing express operators to weigh demographics, access and membership capacity long before breaking ground.
Links parent Back Nine acquires Woodie's Wash Shack, forming 50-site Southeast chain
The combined company will operate under the Woodie's Wash Shack brand across four states, ranking among the region's largest express operators.
Utah's Wash Factory sold to Tagg-N-Go in latest express car wash deal
Miracle Car Wash Advisors advised on the sale of the Utah express platform, marking its fifth closing across five states in recent weeks.
Tommy's Express adds sites in California, Illinois and Puerto Rico
The franchise announced a new Naperville opening plus construction of its first Chico location and its first-ever island site in San Juan, both slated for 2027.
What lenders want to see in a car wash feasibility study
An industry consultant breaks down the credible data and assumptions that make a financial study bankable for new wash projects.
How menu design psychology can lift car wash ticket size
An industry consultant breaks down the behavioral economics behind wash package layouts, from the decoy effect to trimming choices for faster decisions.
Why institutional capital keeps flowing into express car washes
An investment executive argues the sector earned private equity's attention by becoming underwritable, with subscriptions, real estate ownership, and operational discipline now driving value.
Tommy's Express debuts first Ludington site with 10-day free wash promotion
The franchise opens at 4863 W. US Hwy. 10 and is inviting the community to wash for free from July 31 through August 9.