Trade Associations


  • 6 Questions with Eric Wulf, International Carwash Association
    This fall, Eric Wulf and a contingent of carwash industry professionals embarked on a tour of some of Germany’s most innovative carwash companies and attended Automechanika, the largest European trade show for the automobile sector. Modern Car Care recently caught up with ...More
    November 24, 2010
    Posted in Articles, Operations
  • Northeast Regional Carwash Convention Draws 1,450 Attendees
    The mood following the 21st Northeast Regional Carwash Convention (NRCC) was upbeat and enthusiastic after show officials characterized this year’s expo as the best in its history. The convention drew more than 1,450 attendees and featured 251 exhibits Oct. 18-20 during its ...More
    November 2, 2010
    Posted in News, Operations
  • ICA Expands Criteria for WaterSavers Carwash Participation
    The International Carwash Association has expanded the criteria required to participate in its WaterSavers environmental recognition program. The ICA added best management practices collected from operators and local carwash certification programs that directly affect water ...More
    October 27, 2010
    Posted in News, Marketing, Operations
  • WCA Show Focuses on Business Leadership, Creativity
    Leadership and creative thinking were among the themes that drove the Western Carwash Association’s 29th Annual Convention & Tradeshow Oct. 11-13 in Las Vegas. Between the expo’s opening keynote presentation, general session and several educational seminars, many of the ...More
    October 27, 2010
    Posted in News, Operations
  • Delta Sonic Car Wash Employee Wins NACS Scholarship
    Alexander Gunaka, a detail assistant manager with Delta Sonic Car Wash Systems in Crestwood, Ill., was one of 10 convenience-store industry recipients who earned recognition from the National Association of Convenience Stores through its NACS Scholarship Program. ...More
    October 19, 2010
    Posted in News, Marketing
  • NACS Chairman Encourages Engagement with Media, Customers, Politicians
    Jay Ricker, chairman of the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), encouraged retailers to become actively engaged with the media, customers and elected officials. Ricker told NACS Show attendees it was the industry’s job to communicate the industry’s voice ...More
    October 13, 2010
    Posted in News, Marketing
  • Musshoff Named Director of Automechanika Frankfurt
    Olaf Musshoff was named director of Automechanika Frankfurt. Musshoff, 43, is an experienced fair and exhibition specialist and has been with Messe Frankfurt, Automechanika’s show organizer, for many years. ...More
    October 13, 2010
    Posted in News, Operations
  • NACS Launches Tamper-Evident Label Program
    The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) has launched a program designed to help retail members develop preventive measures against ID fraud. Called “We Care … About Your ID,” the security education and training program includes tamper-evident labels developed ...More
    October 13, 2010
    Posted in News, Operations
  • New York Carwash Tour Draws 60 Despite Weather
    The New York State Car Wash Association’s (NYSCWA) Fall General Membership Meeting drew nearly 60 participants Sept. 28 despite bad weather in Latham, N.Y., according to President Mark Kubarek. The event included facility tours of a handful of nearby carwashes. ...More
    October 5, 2010
    Posted in News, Marketing
  • ICA Announces 2011 Board of Directors Slate
    The International Carwash Association announced the slate for its 2011 board of directors. John Pierce was named president; Jerry Miller, operator vice president; Pamela Piro, vendor vice president; Mark Curtis, treasurer; and Jeff Gheysens, immediate past president. ...More
    September 22, 2010
    Posted in News, Operations
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