You spend your time building your business and serving your customers.  It's hard work, but you don't have to be alone. The International Carwash Association is here to serve you as Your Partner for Success.  We help our members maximize their potential and increase their profitability.

Membership in the International Carwash Association is a sound investment.  Our members report that they are 21% more successful than non-members when it comes to running their business. 

The International Carwash Association offers the best in professional car wash industry research, education, networking and business opportunities.  Joining the International Carwash Association puts you in touch with the professional car wash industry's brightest minds and most successful business people.  The Association is also the industry's voice to federal, state and local regulators and consumer and business media.  Thanks to our work, there have never been more professional car wash customers or greater recognition of the environmental benefits of professional car washing.

Partnership, profitability, networking, and advocacy are the benefits of membership in the International Carwash Association, and here are the features:

WaterSavers™  (members only)

WaterSavers™ is a new recognition program to help professional car washes promote their environmentally friendly business practices. 

 

The Cleaning Edge (members only)

Join the International Carwash Association team as we hit the road to visit leading car washes and suppliers across the country.  Learn about new technologies and innovative practices with this monthly video program - without leaving your desk!

 

Car Care World Expo (member advantaged)

Attend the world's largest car wash and car care exposition, Car Care World Expo!  The Expo features 400 manufacturers and marketers of car wash related equipment, supplies and services over more than 3 acres of exhibit space.  The Expo also features best in class educational, networking opportunities, and the members-only Kick Off Event.

 

Tips and Tricks (members only)

Looking for ideas on how to save water, maintain your conveyor chain or set up an employee safety program?  Look no further than the International Carwash Association's Tips and Tricks videos - best practices from the car wash field, delivered to your computer screen.

 

Consumer Research (member advantaged)

The International Carwash Association's Study of Consumer Attitudes and Habits is the industry's most reliable and authoritative source of information on car wash customers.  Data and analysis is provided for customers across car wash segment and by a variety of demographic attributes.  This research is a "must have" for those who want to expand their business and better understand their customers.

 

Investment Resources (members only)

How do you evaluate a potential car wash location?  How do you build a business plan suitable for sharing with investors or lenders?  How do you plan your development project?  How do you select a car wash advisor or distributor?  The International Carwash Association has built a rich library of resources for car wash investors new and old with its online investor resources.

 

Cost-Saving Opportunities (members only)

Are you interested in savings of up to 50% with the Office Max Advantage program, discounts on National and Regional shipping with Yellow Transportation, or discounts on credit card processing?

 

Vehicle Damage Alerts and Report Center

The International Carwash Association's Vehicle Damage Center provides operators with vehicle recalls and damage reports that save both money and customer relationships.

 

Classified Ads

Looking to buy or sell?  Look no further than the International Carwash Association's classified ads.

 

Safety Resources

Operators interested in safety tips, such as preventing slips and falls and safely handling chemicals, can find these resources via the Association's website.