Purpose:
The Mid-Atlantic Carwash Association was formed
to:
(1) promote and secure improvement in and development
of the carwash industry;
(2) provide a means for maintaining high standards
in the carwash industry and to promote ethics and
good relations among suppliers, manufacturers, operators,
employees and customers;
(3) study and develop improved methods for washing,
cleaning and servicing vehicles and acquire, preserve
and disseminate information for the improvement
of the industry;
(4) to operate cooperatively with the International
Carwash Association when appropriate for developing
programs to improve the industry and individual
operations;
(5) to increase the knowledge and efficiency of
members through education and conferences
History
MCA was formed in May 1997 to address regional
and local carwash issues, and began a growth trend
in 1999 when severe water use restrictions were
enacted due to local drought conditions. These restrictions
failed to recognize the very existence of these
companies by limiting their hours and times of operations.
MCA mobilized quickly to unite companies within
the Maryland, Washington, D.C, Virginia and Delaware
States to undertake a comprehensive education and
lobbying campaign aimed at fairly representing the
carwash industry’s point of view.
The success in these efforts (repeal of water
restrictions for carwashes) proved the need for
an ongoing organization whose sole purpose was to
represent the carwash industry within the Mid-Atlantic
region. Membership began to grow and in 2005 West
Virginia became our 5th State to represent the industry.
Today, MCA is a dynamic, growing association representing
the many interests of the carwash industry before
state legislative and regulatory bodies; providing
a resource for individuals and organizations to
learn about the industry and to forge partnerships
for common goals; providing services to members
to increase efficiency and profitability; offering
a forum for exchange of ideas on marketing, operations
and other business issues; and providing networking
opportunities for industry participants to meet
and interact with other carwash operators.
Industry Liason
MCA maintains ongoing contact and communication
with related industry organizations such as the
International Carwash Association and WMDA Service
Station & Automotive Repair Association, and
the other regional carwash associations; trade publications
and other media covering the industry; and allied
organizations for service station dealers and convenience
store operators.
Meetings
MCA holds several member meetings during the year,
usually in different parts of the region.
Member Services
- Discounts on a range of services
- Meetings and seminars
- Advocate for industry in region
- WashTrends, a new kind of publication for savvy
wash owners and suppliers
- On-line membership directory
- Wash Finder Index (a listing of member car wash
locations available to the public)
- Membership decals
- Web site
Committees
Standing committees include legislative, member
services, meetings and nominations. Members are
encouraged to participate by joining one or more
of these committees.
