Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Camel Express adopts WashStacks to manage its six Nashville sites
IDA opens nominations for 2026 detailing awards, deadline set for Nov. 8
CryptoPay adds digital promo codes to self-serve washes via MagTek integration
Speeders adds Naugatuck site in Connecticut expansion push
Splash Car Wash elevates 25-year veteran Jason Frank to COO
Tommy's Express earns spot on 2026 Industry Icon top franchise list
The regional operator standardized on a single operations management platform after vetting multiple systems, part of a 2026 push to cut complexity and speed up team onboarding.
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The International Detailing Association is accepting nominations across eight categories, with winners to be honored at Mobile Tech Expo.
The payment provider will let self-service operators send one-time QR codes directly to customer phones, replacing physical disposable promo cards.
The Summit Wash Holdings brand has converted another location acquired from Purple Elephant as it builds out its membership-focused footprint in the state.
Frank started as an assistant manager in Norwalk in 2001 and now oversees operations for a chain that has grown from seven to 83 locations.
The express wash brand was recognized for franchise growth, its membership model, and new market expansion across the U.S. and abroad.
The customer care tool from operator Claire Cunningham consolidates member messaging across five channels and automates payment recovery and cancellation handling.
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