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Your Slowest Season Could Be Your Most Profitable — Smart Summer Upgrades

Originally posted on the WashCard Systems blog. Why summer is the smartest time to upgrade your wash. Prep for Profitability Summer car wash upgrades turn your slowest season into preparation for your most profitable months. With fewer cars in line, you can shut down bays for maintenance, install new equipment, and train staff without sacrificing as […]

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The Contactless Payment Revolution: Why It Matters More Than You Think

Originally posted on the WashCard Systems blog. The Shift to Cashless Payments: A Modern Necessity In today’s fast-paced world, consumers are moving away from cash transactions and embracing the convenience of cashless payments. This shift is driven by the need for speed, security, and ease of use. As a result, nearly 90% of customers now prefer […]

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Self-Serves Provide Advantage and Opportunity

Discover how self-serve car washes can lean into their merits and use systems like the D&S IQ Self Wash and Mini Stack Pump Units to enhance their efficiency and versatility. The Benefits of Self-Serve Car Wash Systems In the ever-evolving landscape of the car wash industry, self-serve car wash systems can present a compelling alternative […]

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Why Attending Trade Shows Boosts Your Business

See the Latest Equipment and Technology Owners and operators who attend trade shows get an unparalleled opportunity to make educated business decisions based on what they observe in real time. For those who are considering upgrading their systems, integrating new technology, or building new locations, seeing equipment firsthand provides invaluable insights that can’t be gained […]

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WashCard Added on Meters

WashCard Payment Systems to Become ‘Standard Equipment” for D&S Self-Serve Meters WashCard Systems was acquired by D&S Car Wash Supply in early April 2024, benefiting customers of both companies. In the first major move of this acquisition, WashCard Systems announced that D&S has made the decision to offer WashCard All-Access Payment Systems as “standard equipment” […]

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The Service Walk – An Essential Step to Closing the Sale

Thriving dealerships understand the importance of the Service Walk in closing a sale. Research shows that “The Dealership” ranks third in importance to most new car buyers, behind “The Vehicle” and “The Sales Person” and – in most cases – ahead of “The Deal” itself. The better and more dynamic the Service Walk, the more […]