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Increase your success with CWSE knowledge sessions

In addition to a full exhibition floor with exhibitors from all over the world, Car Wash Show Europe has an extensive program of knowledge sessions. Divided over two days, relevant topics related to the car wash industry will be discussed. From the importance of a business plan to increasing customer loyalty and attracting and retaining… Read more ›

Will car washes soon be run by robots?

When starting a car wash, one of the primary questions is usually ‘do we go for manned or unmanned?’ The more automatic machines, the fewer staff you’ll need. What if you go all the way, and replace the remaining crew for robots. Would that be an option? Swiss company PREEN seems to think so. Numerous… Read more ›

American Sonny’s is looking forward to CWSE: ‘Europe has a lot of potential’

In the run-up to Car Wash Show Europe, the International Car Wash Association (ICA) is sharing a podcast in which American exhibitors look ahead to the show. In the first episode, Matt de Wolf from ICA talks to Robert Andre from Sonny’s. “We look forward to showing our face again on the European market.”

Discover the unique benefits: Cartec Royal Care for your car wash experience

Your car wash is a place where cars are professionally washed, and we understand that you strives for satisfied customers. That is why we proudly present Cartec Royal Care, a product line which is the result of more than 35 years of knowledge and experience. Our goal is to provide you with high-quality car wash… Read more ›

Turtle Wax Pro brings ceramics to Amsterdam

In the weeks leading up to the Car Wash Show Europe, we will publish a series of interviews with companies which will be present at the tradeshow in Amsterdam. First up is Turtle Wax Pro, a company that has been pushing the boundaries of car care products for over 75 years. The Turtle Wax story… Read more ›

Award for Car Wash Innovation of the Year 2023

Who will win the Car Wash Innovation of the Year Award 2023? You are welcome to submit an innovative new product that contributes to the car wash industry. The award will be presented during Car Wash Show Europe 2023 in Amsterdam. The innovation award is divided into three categories: sustainability, digitalization and technology. Winners will… Read more ›

Hosepipe ban in UK’s Southwest extended

Car owners in the Southwest of the United Kingdom ar not allowed to wash their vehicles privately. Because of continued drought, a hosepipe ban has come into force across large parts of Devon, the BBC reports. South West Water (SWW) said the extended restriction would help replenish water supplies at Roadford reservoir ahead of the… Read more ›

Gheeraert opens second truck wash in Bruges, Belgium

Belgian transport company Gheeraert is expanding with a second truck wash for trucks in the region. The new location opened last weekend near the historic city of Bruges. Gheeraert’s first truck wash was established 17 years ago in Loppem, in the Belgian province of West Flanders. “At some point it became way too busy there,”… Read more ›

Burglar caught by German car wash manager

A German car wash operator was able to catch a burglar who broke into his facility last weekend. He handed him over to the police. The key to solving the crime? A decent video surveillance system and a pro-active team. A self-service car wash in Kaiserslautern, Germany has already been broken into several times. For… Read more ›

Brushcom presents new brush in Las Vegas

After the great success of their Rotor drying brush in the USA, Brushcom has taken the next step. The Dutch brush company sought and found improvements for the Star-shaped brush, which is widely used in the US. “The Hover actually originated during the corona period,” says Lance van Hees, sales engineer at Brushcom. “On the… Read more ›