Stop Washing Cars With Your Own Hands
Michael GriggsMost car wash owners are using AI to do the same old work a little faster. Learn the four levels of value, how to give AI a real job, and how to start getting your hours back.
The Car Wash Blog
Practical Insights for Building and Operating High-Performing Car Washes
What You'll Find on the CarwashOS Blog
The CarwashOS Blog is a practical resource for car wash owners, investors, operators, and industry partners who want to run more efficient, profitable, and scalable car wash businesses. We share real-world insights drawn from hands-on operating experience—not theory. Our content focuses on the systems, decisions, and operational disciplines that separate high-performing car washes from those that struggle.
Our articles cover the most critical areas of car wash operations, including:
Car wash operations and process improvement
Employee training, staffing, and retention
Preventative maintenance and equipment management
Membership programs and recurring revenue strategies
Customer experience and service consistency
Pre-opening preparation and startup best practices
Industry trends affecting car wash owners and investors
Whether you’re planning a new car wash, optimizing an existing operation, or scaling multiple locations, the CarwashOS Blog is designed to help you make better decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and improve performance over time.
New articles are added regularly to support owners and operators at every stage of the car wash lifecycle.
Posts
Michael Griggs
The Not So Silent Killer of Your Car Wash
Michael GriggsGreat workplace culture isn’t a miracle—it’s built intentionally. Eliminating gossip strengthens trust: problems should be taken directly to someone who can solve them, with clear expectations and consistent enforcement.
What a Ship Frozen in Antarctic Ice Can Teach You About Running a Car Wash
Michael GriggsWhat can Ernest Shackleton's Antarctic survival story teach car wash owners? Discover five leadership lessons on adapting to change, building resilient teams, and leading through adversity.
What British Cycling Can Teach Your Car Wash Team About Getting Better Every Day
Michael GriggsBritish Cycling transformed from decades of failure to dominance by focusing on small, consistent 1% improvements. The lesson for car washes: empower your team to identify and implement small daily improvements that compound into extraordinary result
Turn Your Car Wash Into a Word-of-Mouth Machine
Michael GriggsCreate a talk trigger that makes customers rave about your car wash. Towels and foam are expected — memorable, unique experiences drive word-of-mouth referrals and help your wash stand out from the competition.
Conviction is Powerful
Michael GriggsConviction drives performance. When leaders truly believe in their systems, teams sell better, operate smoother, and execute with confidence—turning average results into consistent growth.
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