Tommy's Express opens first Corona site with 10 days of free washes
The franchise's newest Southern California tunnel offers free washes from July 24 through August 2 as it courts local drivers and membership sign-ups.
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Q2 2026 industry data shows rising churn as membership revenue keeps climbing
Aggregated figures from more than 3,000 locations point to same-store sales growth of 5.4%, but voluntary cancellations pushed monthly churn to a new high.
Rinsed Q2 report: membership drives sales as churn hits new high
Same-store sales rose 5.4% year over year on the strength of membership revenue, but monthly cancellations climbed to 7.9% across more than 3,000 washes.
Big Dan's opens first Tennessee wash in Chattanooga
The Georgia-based chain launched its Volunteer State debut with a 17-day free wash promotion and a charitable donation, calling it the first of eight new sites planned within eight months.
Carwash operator builds motorcycle wash business with Bike Spa system
Ken Eckenroth, owner of Pappy's Carwash in Garland, Texas, is distributing a 400 PSI motorcycle wash system he says opens new revenue for dealers.
Sud Stop opens 21st location in Clermont with lifetime rate-lock offer
The Winter Garden, Florida chain is using a $9.98 first-month deal and a lifetime membership rate lock to build its subscriber base at its newest express tunnel.
Tommy's Express opens first Naperville site with free-wash launch week
The franchise brand debuts at 2928 N. Beebe Drive with a 10-day free wash promotion running July 17 through July 26.
Tommy's Express starts construction on first Chico, California site
The franchise's new tunnel wash on Forest Avenue is slated to open in 2027, marking its entry into the Northern California market.
RipTide opens 22nd wash with Greensboro location
The chain's newest site on West Wendover Avenue debuts with free washes, membership discounts, and complimentary washes for local police cruisers.
Bubble Down lands $200M to fuel Southeast express wash expansion
The Tampa-based operator, currently at eight locations, will use growth capital from BTG Pactual's Strategic Capital to build new sites and pursue acquisitions.