A truck wash starts with the right piece of land and ends with a wash that's open for business. Big Rig Development Group runs the whole thing in between: market analysis, securing the site, entitlements, design, permitting, and construction, from raw land through opening day. Not a broker who hands you a listing. A developer who delivers the building.
Ben had a preferred relationship within our Division team as the "car wash guy" due to his success in creatively identifying unrealized car wash opportunities at our store and fuel center locations, a business strategy that I quickly understood and implemented into our annual Division business and growth plan during my tenure. We worked closely together on all aspects from concept to opening of new, successful car wash projects, which have since been acquired and rebranded by Spotless Brands. — Drew W. · Former Division Real Estate Manager, King Soopers (Kroger)
What We Do
Building a truck wash takes a team, and every part of it matters. The equipment that runs the wash. The architect and civil engineer who design the site. The general contractor who builds it. And the real estate underneath all of it. Get any one of them wrong and the whole project suffers.
It all starts with the site. The best equipment in the industry and the strongest operating plan still need a piece of land to put them on, found, controlled, entitled, and built. National brands have in-house real estate teams for exactly this. Most people building their first truck wash don't, and that's the gap Big Rig Development Group fills.
We run the full process from raw land through certificate of occupancy: market analysis, site selection, acquisition, entitlements, design coordination, permitting, and construction oversight. The discipline is the same whether the building is a bank, a quick-service restaurant, a c-store, or a truck wash, and Big Rig Development Group is built on 25+ years and 125+ commercial projects of running exactly that process. We assemble and direct the team each project needs, working alongside your equipment manufacturer and the rest of the specialists, and keep it moving to the finish. Oceanside, CA to Bluffton, SC, Tampa to Seattle, and most of the country in between.
Six-phase turnkey development management from site identification through certificate of occupancy.
Explore services →Truck wash facilities have specific site requirements that differ substantially from consumer car wash. What to look for, and what to verify, before acquisition.
View requirements →Selected wash facilities developed by the firm, including sites since acquired by Spotless Brands.
See the work →Priority access to off-market sites that meet the specific demands of a commercial truck wash facility.
See site access →No geographic restrictions. We develop truck wash facilities anywhere in the United States.
Our reach →25+ years of ground-up development experience. How we work, why it matters, and what you can expect.
About us →Wash systems, chemicals, equipment, fleet payments, water reclaim, and more.
View resources →Ready to discuss your project? Every engagement starts with a conversation.
Development Services
Big Rig Development Group manages the complete truck wash facility development lifecycle, or the specific phases where you need experienced leadership. Every project includes institutional vendor relationships, category-specific expertise, and a single point of accountability from site identification through certificate of occupancy.
The Development Process
Each phase represents a discrete stage of the development process. Clients may engage us for all six phases or select specific phases based on their existing land position, in-house capabilities, and project requirements.
The foundation of a successful truck wash facility is a site that meets the specific requirements of the facility type, not car wash criteria applied to a truck wash footprint. We start with a rigorous market evaluation and site search calibrated to commercial truck wash needs: acreage, access, stacking depth, turning radius, freight corridor positioning, and proximity to demand generators. We deliver a site recommendation backed by institutional underwriting.
What this includes
Once the right site is identified, acquisition requires experienced negotiation and disciplined due diligence. We manage the full transaction from initial letter of intent through closing, protecting your position at every step with 25+ years of retail real estate transaction experience across dozens of complex markets.
What this includes
Truck wash entitlements carry challenges standard commercial development does not: stacking depth requirements, turning radius documentation, heavy vehicle traffic studies, water reclaim system approvals, and heavy vehicle access plans. We assemble and manage the A&E team, drive site plan development, and submit a complete, defensible application prepared to survive scrutiny from planning staff, commissions, and neighborhood opposition.
What this includes
Municipal review for a truck wash facility can be contentious. Heavy vehicle traffic, noise, lighting, and water discharge are common points of concern. We manage agency coordination, plan revisions, public hearing preparation, and the path to final approval and permit issuance. Experience across challenging jurisdictions from California to the Colorado Front Range carries through to every entitlement we handle.
What this includes
We manage the full construction process: GC procurement, budget, schedule, and quality control. Our job is to make sure the facility that goes up matches the facility that was designed, on budget, and on schedule. We're the owner's representative on the ground so you don't have to be.
What this includes
A project isn't complete until your facility is ready to operate. We manage the punch list, final inspections, certificate of occupancy, and formal facility handoff, making sure every commitment made at engagement is honored through the final walk. A project isn't delivered until you're ready to wash your first truck.
What this includes
The Communication Commitment
A clear status update, even when the update is "we're pushing forward and waiting on the next step." You'll always know where your project stands, what's happening next, and what (if anything) needs your input. No chasing. No guessing. No hoping someone will circle back.
Engagement Options
Not every client needs all six phases. We structure engagements to match your existing land position, in-house capabilities, and project requirements.
Not sure which fits? Start with full turnkey. We adjust scope in the engagement agreement once we understand your position.
All six phases, from market evaluation and site identification through certificate of occupancy and facility handoff. The most comprehensive engagement with the highest level of institutional accountability from start to finish.
Phases 3 through 6: Entitlements, Design, Construction Management, and Delivery. You bring the land. We bring the entitlement expertise, construction management experience, and single point of accountability through project completion.
Phases 1 through 4: Site Identification, Land Acquisition, Entitlements, and Building Permit. Ideal when you have in-house construction management but need expert development management through the entitlement process.
Phases 5 and 6: Construction Management and Delivery. Land secured and permits in hand. We manage the full construction process through certificate of occupancy.
Every engagement is confirmed in a project-specific agreement that defines scope, timeline, and responsibilities. Reach out to discuss which structure fits your situation.
Site Requirements
The fundamentals of site selection, traffic, access, zoning, utilities, apply to any wash facility. But for commercial truck wash, the tolerances are different and the consequences of getting them wrong are bigger. Turning radius for a 53-foot trailer, stacking depth for a slow-moving queue, freight corridor proximity, industrial neighbor sensitivity. These are not consumer car wash considerations. They require a different evaluation framework from the first site visit forward.
What Makes a Viable Site
Each of these factors must be evaluated before a site is considered viable. A site that scores well on five but fails on one can still be undevelopable, or significantly more expensive than projected.
A truck wash facility requires meaningfully more land than a consumer car wash. In most cases, a viable single-bay commercial truck wash takes 1–3+ acres of usable, buildable land to accommodate the building, approach lanes, exit lanes, and the turning movements a 53-ft trailer needs. Multi-bay operations take more.
That said, geometry matters as much as acreage. The right configuration on a well-shaped 1.5–2 acre parcel can outperform a poorly shaped 3 acre site. We don't rule sites out at 1 acre. Sometimes the right piece of land supports a different program entirely, or it's a fit for another client of ours. If it's close to the range, it's worth submitting.
Gross acreage is not the same as usable acreage. Wetlands, easements, setbacks, and irregular geometry can all shrink what's actually buildable. We evaluate usable acreage, not listed acreage, when assessing feasibility.
Semi-trucks with full trailers require a turning radius of 40–55 feet. Every approach lane, exit lane, and on-site maneuvering path must accommodate a 53-foot trailer at full articulation without encroaching on adjacent property, public right-of-way, or other on-site structures. This is a hard engineering constraint. A site that cannot support these movements cannot be built to spec regardless of its other attributes.
Sites with constrained access, irregular geometry, or adjacent structures that limit maneuvering space often look viable on a site map but fail when actual vehicle path analysis is conducted. This analysis is part of our standard site evaluation process.
Equipment schematic showing wash bay configuration, stacking lanes, and mechanical layout, sized to commercial truck wash specifications.
Commercial truck washes require stacking depth for multiple units ahead of the wash bay entrance. Unlike a consumer car wash where a 10-car queue moves in minutes, a truck queue moves slowly. Each wash cycle is longer, and trucks are 70+ feet long. Adequate stacking depth, typically 3 to 6 truck lengths minimum, is essential to keep vehicles out of the public right-of-way during peak periods.
Insufficient stacking is one of the most common and costly site planning errors in truck wash development, and it is frequently a primary point of concern during municipal review. We design stacking requirements into site evaluation before any land acquisition.
Commercial truck traffic requires full-movement access. Right-in/right-out only is typically insufficient for an operator that relies on trucks from multiple directions. Sites adjacent to or near freeway interchanges, arterials with designated truck routes, or near distribution centers and freight corridors are preferred. Heavy vehicle traffic studies are required in most jurisdictions and must address not just volumes but specific vehicle classification.
Access limitations that are acceptable for consumer retail use are often fatal for a truck wash. A signalized intersection that comfortably handles passenger vehicles may be operationally impossible for a 70-foot rig during peak freight hours.
Commercial truck wash operations generate significant wastewater volumes containing road film, diesel soot, heavy oils, road salts, and other industrial contaminants. Municipal pre-treatment requirements are more stringent than for passenger vehicle washes, and water reclaim systems are required in most jurisdictions. Electrical service for automated wash systems, compressed air infrastructure, and heating systems for cold-climate operations add further utility demands.
Water and utility availability must be confirmed early. Capacity constraints at the municipal level can require expensive off-site improvements or make a site infeasible entirely. We coordinate utility confirmation as part of Phase 1 site evaluation.
The ideal truck wash site is positioned along freight corridors with immediate proximity to demand generators: distribution centers, logistics hubs, warehouses, freight terminals, fuel stops, and truck stops. Interstate proximity and visibility from truck routes are positive factors. Sites that require trucks to travel significantly out of route to reach the wash facility will underperform relative to similarly equipped locations with better positioning.
Suburban or residential adjacency creates entitlement risk. Heavy vehicle traffic, noise from wash operations, lighting, and truck idling are all frequent grounds for neighborhood opposition and restrictive conditions of approval.
Site Plan Diligence
This is what early-stage diligence looks like. Before any client signs a purchase agreement, we've already modeled the site layout, confirmed the stacking depth, tested the turning radius, verified the access points, and stress-tested the whole configuration against the municipality's constraints. It's the difference between "this site looks good" and "this site will work."
Shown: Site plan from a car wash facility we developed. The diligence methodology is identical for commercial truck wash. Acreage, stacking, turning radius, and access patterns are all re-spec'd for heavy-vehicle operations.
Why It Matters
Truck wash and car wash share underwriting fundamentals: traffic, access, demographics, entitlement risk. The difference is what each one demands of a site. The thresholds are higher across nearly every factor, and the misses are more expensive.
| Site Factor | Express Car Wash | Commercial Truck Wash |
|---|---|---|
| Site Acreage | 0.8 – 1.5 acres typical | 1 – 3+ acres usable |
| Turning Radius | Standard passenger vehicle | 40 – 55 ft for 53-ft trailer |
| Stacking Depth | 10 – 20 cars (100 – 200 ft) | 3 – 6 trucks (180 – 420 ft) |
| Access Requirements | Right-in/right-out acceptable | Full-movement strongly preferred |
| Traffic Pattern | High VPD arterial, retail generators | Freight corridor, distribution proximity |
| Wastewater | Standard pre-treatment | Enhanced pre-treatment, reclaim systems |
| Revenue Model | Membership subscription | Fleet contract, per-wash volume |
| Entitlement Risk | Moderate (standard commercial) | Elevated (heavy vehicle operations) |
Have a site you're evaluating? Big Rig Development Group can conduct a preliminary site assessment to determine whether a parcel meets the threshold requirements for a viable truck wash facility, before you commit capital to land or design.
Selected Projects
25+ years of ground-up development across 125+ commercial projects, including 50+ wash facilities nationally. Below is a selection of express tunnel car wash sites we developed across multiple markets, including sites since acquired and rebranded by one of the fastest-growing private equity-backed car wash platforms in the country, a signal of the site quality and underwriting discipline behind each one.
Express Tunnel Car Wash · Colorado Portfolio
Our express tunnel portfolio validates the underwriting discipline behind every BRDG site recommendation: demographics supporting 3,000–6,000+ members, high-throughput traffic patterns, and positioning where subscription-based wash economics thrive. Two of the sites below were subsequently acquired by Spotless Brands (Cobblestone).
Loveland, CO
Schaumburg, IL
Erie, CO
Ken Caryl, CO
Why It Matters
Spotless Brands, one of the largest express wash platforms in the country, doesn't acquire sites that don't perform. When our Colorado tunnels were absorbed into an institutional portfolio, it validated the underwriting methodology behind each one: the right demographics, the right traffic patterns, the right co-tenancy, the right access.
The same site selection rigor applies to truck wash. The criteria change: freight corridor access, stacking depth, turning radius, fleet card accessibility. The underwriting discipline is identical. If a site won't perform, we'll tell you before you commit capital.
Available Sites
Great truck wash sites come from brokers, landowners, operators, and relationships built over decades in commercial real estate. Some of the best opportunities we've worked on were publicly listed. Others were never on the market at all. What matters is knowing what to look for, and having the relationships to move quickly when the right site surfaces, wherever it comes from.
Priority Access
In 25+ years of retail real estate development, the pattern is consistent: when a broker gets a strong retail or commercial parcel, the first thing that happens is a quiet email to a short list of people who work in the category. Most good sites trade before they're ever publicly listed.
The factors that make a parcel viable for truck wash, geometry, access, easements, signage, neighbor sensitivity, are not always visible from a listing. Some of the best opportunities are parcels that aren't technically for sale until someone with the right context asks about them. Some are sites that need a buyer who can see past a complication that screened out general retail.
We work in that market. The one that moves between operators, developers, and brokers who know each other by name. That's where the best truck wash sites come from.
Most clients come to us after a year or two of looking on their own. The conversation that follows is usually some version of "I wish I'd known about you when I started." Within a week of engagement, we're often in a broker's office or a landowner's conference room talking about a specific site. Sometimes we're submitting a letter of intent the next day. Not because the work is rushed, but because the relationships are already built.
What This Means for You
Site identification is Phase 1 of our six-phase development process. When you engage us for Phase 1, we work your target market through our relationships and bring you opportunities that a public search wouldn't surface, including parcels that aren't technically for sale until someone with the right context asks about them.
If you've already identified a site you want us to evaluate, we can conduct a preliminary site assessment before any formal engagement. Sometimes the answer is "this works." Sometimes it's "here's what to watch for." Either way, you get clarity before you commit.
Brokers & Landowners
Have a site that fits the profile?
Brokers and landowners with commercial parcels that meet our criteria can submit sites directly. We review every qualified submission and respond when a site matches an active search or a client need.
Where We Look
Not every site works. These four profiles consistently produce the strongest commercial truck wash locations. Each one depends on market knowledge and access that a public search won't deliver.
Land adjacent to major fuel stop and travel plaza operators represents one of the strongest profiles for a truck wash development. Proven heavy-vehicle traffic, existing infrastructure, full-movement access built for trucks, and an operator neighbor whose customers are the demand. These opportunities don't sit on the open market. They're handled through relationships with the right people at each national operator.
Parcels along major freight corridors, adjacent to or visible from interstates and primary commercial arterials, with the acreage, access, and neighboring generators to support heavy-vehicle operations. Industrial-adjacent zoning with limited residential exposure reduces entitlement risk. These sites exist, but identifying the right ones requires knowing what "right" looks like in that specific market.
Sites near large distribution centers, fulfillment hubs, and freight terminals benefit from concentrated, recurring truck traffic with operators who have consistent wash needs. Fleet contracts built off these generators represent a predictable revenue base that doesn't depend on passing traffic. Finding these hubs before acquiring adjacent land is part of what Phase 1 delivers.
Trucking companies, logistics operators, municipalities, and fleet-intensive businesses that own or control excess land adjacent to their operations represent a distinct profile. These engagements usually begin at Phase 3, entitlements through delivery, on land the client already controls. We evaluate whether the land supports a viable facility and manage development from there.
How It Works
We start with a conversation about your geography, your fleet, your timeline, and any sites or markets you're already considering. No commitment required.
We evaluate the target geography: freight corridors, demand generators, traffic patterns, and competitive context. We identify what a strong site looks like in your specific market before we go looking.
We work the market through our relationship network to surface candidates that fit the profile, including sites that won't appear on any listing. Each candidate is scored and ranked before it ever reaches you.
We present our recommendation with supporting analysis: why this site, why this market, and what the path to entitlement looks like. You make an informed decision before committing capital.
If you proceed, we manage acquisition and the development phases you engage us for, through certificate of occupancy if desired.
If you're evaluating a specific parcel, we can run a preliminary site assessment before any formal engagement. Tell us what you're looking at and we'll tell you whether it meets threshold requirements.
Whether you need us to find the right site or evaluate one you already have, the conversation starts the same way.
Submit a Site
Big Rig Development Group reviews qualified site submissions from brokers, landowners, and retail real estate professionals. If your site matches the criteria below, or matches an active search we're running for a client, we'll be in touch.
What We're Looking For
The full site requirements are outlined on our Site Requirements page. In short, commercial truck wash development requires real specificity, not consumer-retail criteria retrofitted to heavy-vehicle use.
If your site checks most of these boxes, it's worth sending. We'll review and respond within a few business days.
All fields required unless noted. Submissions are confidential.
National Reach
A truck wash project requires ground-level engagement, not quarterly check-ins from a distance. BRDG operates nationally with the judgment to know when a project needs boots on the ground, and the relationships to build the right local team when it does. 25+ years of coast-to-coast development across multiple asset classes is where that judgment comes from.
National Scope
Big Rig Development Group takes projects anywhere in the United States. The home office is where the thinking, underwriting, and coordination happens. The project gets worked where it lives. We are in-market for site selection, acquisition, entitlement hearings, and the key milestones of construction. The idea that a developer can manage a $6M+ facility from a desk 1,500 miles away is how projects go sideways. We don't work that way.
Twenty-five years of retail real estate development from coast to coast, Oceanside, CA to Bluffton, SC, Tampa to Seattle, and most of the country in between, has built the muscle for handling local nuance. We've worked some of the toughest entitlement jurisdictions in the country. Every market is different. Every jurisdiction has its own choreography. The framework is the same, but the execution is local, and local requires being there.
Project travel is reimbursable per the engagement agreement. There's no premium for out-of-state work, no markets we decline to serve, and no illusion that showing up occasionally is the same as being present.
The Principle
Nothing substitutes for the person you hired being in the room.
Not a junior associate. Not a local consultant. Not a conference call. When a planning commissioner has a question at a public hearing, when a GC hits an unexpected site condition, when a neighbor files a complaint, the person answering needs to be the person accountable for your project. That's us, in-market, on the record.
How National Projects Work
Different phases of a project ask for different kinds of presence. Some of the work is coordination, analysis, and communication. That happens wherever we are. The rest is being on the ground. Here's how we split it.
On site for site visits, owner-representation meetings, every public hearing during the entitlement phase, pre-construction walks, and key construction milestones. When there's a neighborhood meeting in Kansas City, we're in Kansas City. When there's a commissioner's question in Tampa, we're in Tampa. Presence is non-negotiable.
In every market, a vetted team of A&E firms, general contractors, and municipal relationships built through 25+ years of retail development. You don't just get a developer flying in. You get a principal who knows how to build the right local team, and stays accountable for their performance.
Phone calls, not text threads. Weekly updates whether or not there's news. A direct line to our principal, not a project coordinator or a scheduling system. Clients always know where the project stands, what's happening next, and what (if anything) needs their input. That's how a relationship-driven engagement is supposed to work.
Tell us where your project is and we'll tell you how we approach development in that market. No project is too far and no jurisdiction is too complex.
About Big Rig Development Group
BRDG is built on 25+ years of ground-up commercial development: 125+ projects, $250M+ in total development volume, 50+ wash facilities coast to coast across multiple asset classes. That body of work now points in one direction: commercial truck and large-vehicle wash facilities, the asset class where we saw the largest gap between demand and qualified development expertise.
A Note from the Principal
Most of my clients are entering the truck wash industry for the first time. They've done their homework on the opportunity. What they don't always know yet is what it takes to execute it, or what kind of specialist they need at which stage. That's where I come in.
Hiring the right specialist for the right work matters more than people sometimes realize. If you've invented a piece of new technology, you wouldn't ask your friend the divorce attorney to handle the patent filing. You'd hire a patent attorney. The same logic applies in development. An equipment manufacturer can spec the right wash system for the site and the operator. A general contractor with wash experience can put up a facility that handles water, harsh chemistry, and heavy-duty traffic the way a wash needs to. Both are essential, and on every project I work with people who are very good at exactly that. My role is different: I manage the development process from market analysis and site selection through entitlements, design coordination, construction oversight, equipment installation, and certificate of occupancy. That's the work that turns a good idea and a piece of land into a working facility.
What I bring to your project, beyond the experience itself, is twenty-five years of building relationships across the full spectrum of a development project. Over those years I've worked with countless real estate brokers, real estate attorneys, architects, and engineers, in different markets and on projects much like yours. I work hard to develop and maintain these relationships because each one is integral to the success of a project, and I value each one because they're valuable to me, to my projects, and to my clients. The relationships I choose to maintain are valuable because the people in them are good at what they do. The brokers I work with know their markets cold and bring me sites that fit. The architecture and engineering firms I select for a project have experience working on that type of project. The general contractors I invite to bid have built washes before, so they know the small things that come up on a wash site that don't come up on other retail builds. I work with the right team for the right project, and the team can differ from project to project. There's real value when the right team is selected for the individual project, because the right team makes the project more successful, for the client and for me.
One example of how those relationships can move a project. A few years ago, a referral from an equipment manufacturer I'd worked with introduced me to a client who had spent two years with another developer trying to find a site for an express tunnel car wash. They hired me on a Monday. By Thursday, we were in the corporate real estate office of a Kroger-banner grocery chain, a relationship I'd built over the previous decade, discussing a parcel at one of their stores. Their team manages hundreds of stores and thousands of moving parts, and a parcel at one store isn't always going to surface on its own. What I brought to the conversation was a specific use in mind, and a relationship with the architecture firm both companies trusted. The architects ran the parking math against zoning code and the grocer's own internal standard, enough capacity for the day before Thanksgiving, the busiest day of the year, confirmed it worked for everyone, and we had a deal. That site was built, opened, successfully operated for years, and was later acquired by Spotless Brands and rebranded Cobblestone. It's the Ken Caryl, CO project on this site. The point isn't that we found something nobody else could see. It's that the relationships already in place, with the referral source, with the grocer, and with the architecture firm, let a good idea move from concept to executed deal in four days.
The same relationships also bring value to my clients. When it's time to hire an architect, an engineer, a civil firm, or a general contractor, the work I've done with these firms over the years, coast to coast and across many project types, is reflected in the prices they bring to the table. When I introduce a client to a firm, or a project to a GC, the firm sees the long-running relationship and the experience I bring to every project, and that recognition shows up in the cost of services to my client. It's a similar dynamic to how a Walmart or a Kroger is able to buy products at prices a single-store grocer can't. Volume and long-running relationships create leverage. I bring both to the project.
I work in collaboration with my clients, not above them. Think of me like the general manager of a football team: my job is to assemble the best, most qualified squad for the project, and from there we walk through options together, talk through tradeoffs, and choose what's right for the project. That's the engagement.
Projects completed nationally, including car wash, quick lube, QSR, and automotive development across complex entitlement jurisdictions.
Total project value under management across 25+ years of institutional retail real estate development work.
Wash facilities developed nationally, including multiple express car wash sites subsequently acquired by Spotless Brands (Cobblestone).
Years of ground-up retail development, coast to coast: Oceanside, CA to Bluffton, SC, Tampa to Seattle, and most of the country in between.
"Ben had a preferred relationship within our Division team as the 'car wash guy' due to his success in creatively identifying unrealized car wash opportunities at our store and fuel center locations. We worked closely together on all aspects from concept to opening of new, successful car wash projects, which have since been acquired and rebranded by Spotless Brands."
— Drew W., Former Division Real Estate Manager, King Soopers (Kroger)
We are real estate developers. Our job is getting your facility from concept to certificate of occupancy with institutional rigor, not selling equipment or construction services.
No more piecing together site selection, entitlements, design, and construction from separate vendors with no one managing the whole. We are accountable for the entire development process.
Full turnkey or specific phases: we structure engagements around your existing capabilities and project requirements, not a one-size-fits-all package.
Big Rig Development Group is structured exclusively around truck and large-vehicle wash facility development, nationally, with full-cycle development management capability. Not a generalist firm with a truck wash practice on the side.
Why Truck Wash
Express tunnel car wash had its decade. Capital flooded in, operators consolidated, and the development playbook got written, rewritten, and refined. I was in that market for most of it.
Truck wash is where car wash was fifteen years ago. Real demand. Underserved supply. Fragmented operators. No dedicated development specialist. The fleets, logistics companies, and independent owner-operators who need these facilities are out there. The facilities are not.
What has been missing is not the demand and not the equipment. What has been missing is someone who knows how to find the right sites for a heavy vehicle facility, navigate entitlement on a use most jurisdictions have never reviewed, and deliver a facility that was designed for trucks from the first site plan forward. That's what this firm does. It's the only thing this firm does.
Ready to Talk?
Fleet operator evaluating a facility investment. Logistics company assessing on-site wash. Fuel stop operator with excess land. Existing car wash owner adding a truck bay. The conversation starts the same way.
Tell us about your project, your market, and your timeline. We'll tell you what we see and what the path forward looks like.
Industry Resources
Equipment manufacturers, chemical suppliers, POS technology, water reclaim systems, fleet payment networks: every category of vendor a new truck wash owner or operator needs to know, all in one place.
Browse by Category
Whether you are developing a new facility or operating an existing one, this directory covers the full landscape of truck wash vendors, suppliers, and service providers. Select a category to explore.
Verified manufacturers of automated wash equipment built for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Includes domestic and international OEMs with U.S. distribution, sales, and service support.
Explore category →Chemical manufacturers and distributors supplying detergents, presoaks, acids, and degreasers formulated specifically for heavy commercial vehicle washing.
Explore category →Manufacturers of blower, arch, and stanchion drying systems engineered for the height and surface area of commercial trucks, trailers, and large vehicles.
Explore category →Providers of payment kiosks, vehicle recognition systems, subscription management platforms, and operating software built for commercial wash facilities.
Explore category →The fleet card networks used by over-the-road trucking companies to pay for fuel, maintenance, and wash services. Acceptance is required for any commercial truck wash operating in the OTR market.
Explore category →Manufacturers and integrators of water recycling, separation, and treatment systems used to meet municipal discharge requirements at commercial wash facilities.
Explore category →Operating profiles for vehicles beyond commercial trucks: motorhomes, fire apparatus, tankers, dump trucks, heavy-duty wreckers, buses, and other oversized vehicles that the same facility footprint can serve.
Explore category →Brokers, carriers, and specialty firms that underwrite commercial wash facilities, including coverage for property, equipment, garage keepers, and environmental liability.
Explore category →Vendor Opportunities
Are you a manufacturer, supplier, or service provider in the truck wash industry? Standard listings are free. Reach out to be added to the directory or to discuss vendor opportunities.
Automated gantry systems, drive-through tunnels, rollover wash systems, and touchless technology built for semi trucks, buses, RVs, and large commercial fleets.
Vendor Directory
Primary automated wash system manufacturers for semi trucks, tractor-trailers, buses, RVs, and heavy fleet vehicles, including full-system OEMs and car wash manufacturers with dedicated large-vehicle product lines. Contact information and addresses are current as of April 2026 and should be verified before initiating procurement.
D&S manufactures the IQ MAX automatic large-vehicle wash system, capable of cleaning anything from sprinter vans and work trucks to semi-trailers and school buses in under 15 minutes with no employees required, using advanced 3D scanning technology that profiles each vehicle before washing. In addition to the IQ MAX, D&S produces a full line of in-bay automatics, self-serve equipment, blower dryer systems, and wash management technology, and operates a nationwide field sales and service division for support after installation.
(502) 543-5700
Founded in 1984, InterClean is widely regarded as the worldwide industry leader in heavy-duty vehicle wash systems. Their product line spans friction drive-through tunnels, touchless automatics, roll-over gantry systems, chassis and undercarriage wash systems, wheel and tire washers, and mobile brush units, all engineered for semi-trucks, buses, garbage trucks, mining equipment, and military vehicles. Their patented EQ100 water recycling module recycles up to 100% of wash water and integrates with any system configuration.
(800) 468-3725
Founded in 1974, Whiting manufactures the SmartWash® automatic fleet wash system for trucks, buses, and trains, alongside their own line of proprietary detergents and degreasers. They also produce the only Automated Interior Trailer Wash System capable of cleaning and sanitizing refrigerated reefer trailers to FSMA food safety regulations, a significant differentiator for food logistics fleets. Manufacturing spans over 30 acres in Alexander, Arkansas, with sales and service centers in Arizona, Georgia, Ohio, North Carolina, New York, and Utah.
(334) 821-3011
Westmatic manufactures heavy-duty truck wash systems from dual production facilities: one in Buffalo, New York for the North American market and one in Arvika, Sweden where the company was founded. Their flagship Heavy Duty Three Brush Rollover system handles tractor-trailers, tankers, reefers, and sprinter vans in brush, touchless, or combination mode, using water recycling that reclaims up to 85% of wash water. Westmatic is also the authorized U.S. distributor for Otto Christ AG, one of Europe's largest wash system manufacturers.
(866) 747-4567
In business for nearly 50 years, Hydro-Chem Systems is both an equipment manufacturer and chemical producer, a unique combination that allows them to engineer wash hardware and cleaning chemistry as a single integrated system. Their automated drive-through and touchless systems handle semi-trucks, transit buses, school buses, plow and salt trucks, and specialty equipment in 2 to 5 minute wash cycles. As a 100% employee-owned company, HCS serves private fleets, commercial truck washes, government agencies, schools, and mass transit operators nationwide.
(616) 531-6420
Established in 1961, NS Corporation is the dominant manufacturer of commercial truck and transit vehicle wash systems in the western US and a major player internationally, with over 10,000 wash locations worldwide. Their truck wash line includes stop-and-go gantry systems (6M series), minimal-friction drive-through systems (414B), rollovers (4M), and touchless systems (414), each designed for hundreds of thousands of heavy-duty wash cycles per year. NS is notable as the only vertically integrated U.S. manufacturer competing simultaneously across fleet, retail, and transit wash segments.
(800) 782-1582
Ross and White manufactures a complete line of commercial truck wash systems including drive-through brush, touchless, and hybrid combined systems designed for the diverse vehicle profiles encountered in trucking operations: semi-trucks, tankers, flatbeds, and specialty vehicles. In business since 1933, the company is a legacy name in heavy-duty vehicle washing and is particularly well regarded for systems designed for high-volume throughput at fleet terminals and public truck washes.
(847) 516-3900
Founded in 1976, American Truck Wash Systems is a Montana-based manufacturer of automated truck, trailer, bus, train, and large vehicle wash systems built entirely from American-made components. Their product line includes drive-thru touchless and friction systems, roll-over gantry systems, and the legacy Patriot Automated Semi-Trailer Interior Washout System, one of the few systems on the market capable of sanitizing the interior of refrigerated reefer trailers. All systems are custom-built to operator specifications in stainless steel.
(406) 542-0089
Johnson Wash Systems specializes in truck wash and bus wash products and systems for any vehicle type, with a strong emphasis on chassis wash and undercarriage systems. Their gantry-style truck wash is available with 2-brush, 3-brush, touchless, or combination configurations, with programming options from simple box configuration to full automatic vehicle profiling. Their Spinner Wash Bay accommodates everything from salt trucks and garbage trucks to police cars and school buses, and chassis wash systems can be installed above or below ground.
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Founded in 1988, Bitimec specializes in self-propelled mobile brush wash machines for buses, trucks, and trains, an alternative to permanent drive-through tunnels for operators with limited space or multiple yard locations. Their Speedy Wash line carries its own water, detergent, and power for completely untethered operation, capable of washing up to 40 buses or trailers on a single tank. The TANK EZ model is designed for trucks of all shapes including tankers, garbage trucks, salt trucks, dump trucks, grain hoppers, and cornhusker semi-trailers.
+39 055 8635760
Founded in 1935 and headquartered in Winnenden, Germany, Kärcher offers commercial vehicle wash systems specifically designed for logistics companies, bus operators, and municipalities, addressing tar spots, oils, mud, road salt, and seasonal deposits through systems ranging from manual prewash configurations to full automated gantry solutions with integrated chemistry. Kärcher has a large and well-established U.S. presence with a national service and distribution network, making them a practical choice for operators seeking a globally recognized brand with strong parts availability and local support.
(800) 537-4129
ISTOBAL is a leading Spanish multinational with over 75 years of experience designing and manufacturing wash systems for trucks, buses, coaches, tankers, and special vehicles. Their HW'PROGRESS rollover commercial vehicle system is one of the most flexible on the market, adaptable to vans, trailer trucks, buses, tankers, and garbage trucks. The HW'INTRAWASH automated high-pressure interior trailer cleaning system runs at 33 GPM/1,100 PSI for FSMA compliance. ISTOBAL serves the U.S. market through an authorized dealer network.
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WashTec AG of Germany is the world's largest car wash equipment manufacturer; Mark VII Equipment is its North American subsidiary. Their commercial vehicle wash portfolio includes high-clearance gantry systems and tunnel configurations adaptable for trucks, vans, and large commercial vehicles. With over 50,000 systems installed worldwide and a 250+ technician U.S. service network, they are one of the most infrastructure-supported manufacturers available to North American truck wash operators.
(303) 423-4910
Tammermatic is a Finnish high-technology manufacturer producing automated wash systems for heavy transport vehicles, buses, rail fleets, and specialized equipment designed for demanding climate conditions. Their heavy vehicle wash systems serve public transit agencies, logistics fleets, and municipal operators, and are available in North America through an authorized distributor network. Tammermatic also provides wash management software, water recycling systems, and remote monitoring capabilities alongside their core wash equipment.
+358 3 2828 200
With over 30 years of experience, KKE manufactures automatic bus and truck wash systems including the KKE 501 drive-through system capable of washing up to 60 trucks per hour, the KKE 503 touchless automatic for tankers and specialty vehicles, and the trolley-based KKE 403. Their systems accommodate semi-trucks, delivery trucks, buses, ambulances, RVs, and motorhomes in friction, touchless, and combination configurations, with optional water recycling recovering up to 90% of wash water. KKE provides a cost-effective alternative to domestic manufacturers for operators price-sensitive on capital expenditure.
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OPW VWS is the parent company of Belanger, PDQ Manufacturing, and Innovative Control Systems (ICS), and claims the most comprehensive vehicle wash equipment portfolio of any manufacturer. Their fleet wash systems and large-format conveyor tunnels are scalable to accommodate commercial vans, RVs, and light trucks, with the Belanger brand specifically offering fleet wash configurations for dealerships and multi-vehicle facilities. OPW VWS also manufactures the industry's leading POS and control systems through their ICS division.
(906) 249-1144
Coleman Hanna is the only car wash manufacturer to offer a complete product line spanning conveyors, in-bay automatics, self-serve equipment, and full support equipment, and they include a dedicated truck wash line with high-clearance arches, large-vehicle side washers, oversized tire and wheel cleaning equipment, and their EQ H.E.S.S. series high-efficiency blower dryer systems specifically rated for bus and truck wash applications. Their strong U.S. distribution network and modular engineering approach make them accessible for operators in most markets.
(800) 628-7452
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Two-step truck wash chemistry, aluminum-safe acids, degreasers, and bulk chemical suppliers formulated specifically for heavy vehicle washing operations.
Vendor Directory
Truck wash chemistry is fundamentally different from passenger car wash chemistry. The standard approach is a two-step touchless process: a low-pH acid pre-soak breaks the electrostatic bond of road film, diesel soot, and oxidation, followed by a high-pH alkaline detergent that lifts oils, grease, and residue before high-pressure rinse. Getting the chemistry wrong, wrong pH, wrong dwell time, wrong product on polished aluminum, produces poor results or damages the vehicle. This directory covers dedicated truck wash chemistry specialists, car wash manufacturers with documented heavy-duty lines, and the major distributors where operators source these products.
Dedicated Truck & Fleet Wash Chemistry Specialists
Companies whose primary or exclusive market is heavy vehicle wash chemistry, two-step systems, aluminum brighteners, degreasers, and specialty products formulated specifically for over-the-road trucks, trailers, tankers, and fleet vehicles.
Hydro-Chem Systems manufactures both the wash equipment and the chemistry, a unique integration that allows them to engineer low-pH pre-soaks, high-pH alkaline detergents, and aluminum brighteners (including their Quicksilver line) to work holistically with their automated truck wash systems. Their two-step touchless chemistry is calibrated for road film removal, diesel soot, and aluminum restoration on over-the-road fleets, with strong emphasis on application support and wash bay safety. As a 100% employee-owned company, HCS provides direct chemical support to their installation customer base nationally.
(616) 531-6420
Ver-tech Labs produces a dedicated Large Vehicle chemical line including alkaline detergents (Thunderbolt, Hellcat, Double Duty), acid pre-soaks, and aluminum brighteners specifically engineered for touchless and friction truck washing. Their EXT450 Salt Shield addresses the specific challenge of de-icing salt residue on fleet vehicles operating in northern states, and their wheel, tire, and neutral detergent lines cover the full range of surfaces on a commercial tractor-trailer combination. Ver-tech's chemistry is formulated for municipal vehicles, over-the-road fleets, and transit operations.
(763) 577-4050
A-One manufactures a complete line of exterior truck and trailer wash chemicals including Fleet Wash liquid truck soap, multiple aluminum brighteners (Dyna-Brite, Citra-Brite, Steel-Brite), non-caustic degreasers, and concrete removers, all designed around two-step low-pH/high-pH touchless wash processes. Their brightener line covers polished, brushed, and non-polished aluminum surfaces with different acid profiles to prevent etching while restoring appearance. A-One also provides chemical application equipment for hands-free fleet washing operations.
(713) 419-7500
Fleet Wash Supply specializes exclusively in industrial-grade two-step truck wash chemistry for mobile and fixed fleet wash operations, with product lines built specifically for semi-trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment. Their Step 1 aluminum brighteners (Bullet, Venom) and Step 2 soaps and degreasers (Trigger, Viper) are formulated for the contamination profile of over-the-road freight vehicles. They also offer polish-safe soaps for show-quality trucks where standard acid brighteners would damage polished aluminum surfaces.
(405) 400-7434
TruckChem focuses exclusively on fleet wash chemistry with dedicated Step 1 acid pre-soaks (Glacier, Crystal, Riptide, Hurricane) and Step 2 soaps (Beartooth) for two-step truck washing, along with bug removers, industrial degreasers, and bundled 2-step systems. Their product line is calibrated specifically for heavy road film, oxidation, and diesel soot removal on long-haul trucks and trailers, with formulations accounting for the high contamination loads of over-the-road freight versus local fleet operations. TruckChem's focused product line makes them a practical single-source for operators building or equipping a new truck wash facility.
(870) 269-6944
Hibrett Puratex manufactures commercial fleet washing chemicals for tank trucks, tractors, and trailers, including truck wash soaps, aluminum brighteners, heavy-duty degreasers, and concrete removers. Their product line explicitly addresses the low-pH and high-pH chemistry required for professional brushless exterior cleaning, road film removal, and heavy grease and oil cleanup in commercial truck wash bays. Hibrett serves fleet maintenance operations, mobile fleet washers, and fixed truck wash facilities throughout the eastern U.S.
(856) 662-1717
Warsaw Chemical offers a full line of vehicle wash products, pre-soaks, detergents, wheel cleaners, aluminum brighteners, and waxes, with their Bedrock fleet cleaner and degreaser lines specifically formulated for trucks, tankers, and heavy equipment. Their high-alkaline and low-pH products are designed for two-step truck wash systems to remove road film and heavy grime, and their formulations include aluminum-safe options for operators washing polished tanker trailers alongside standard painted fleet vehicles. Warsaw serves both automated truck wash facilities and manual fleet wash operations.
(800) 548-3396
Midwest Cleaning Solutions is a regional specialist providing professional-strength aluminum brighteners, low-pH pre-soaks, and touchless two-step detergents for fleet operators in the Midwest, with chemistry specifically tailored to the road salt, calcium chloride, and winter grime conditions of northern freight corridors. Their Pro-Bright and Pro-Clean lines are formulated as a coordinated two-step system, with guidance on dilution ratios and application methods for both mobile fleet washers and fixed truck wash bays. Their focus on Midwest operating conditions makes them particularly relevant for truck wash operators in the Great Lakes and Upper Midwest markets.
(574) 272-3532
EnviroSpec sells high-alkaline detergents, aluminum brighteners, and specialty truck wash chemicals targeted at professional pressure washers and fleet cleaners, with a catalog that includes both HF-based and non-HF aluminum brighteners for operators with different environmental compliance requirements. Their touchless truck wash soaps and degreasers are formulated for mobile fleet wash rigs and fixed bays requiring strong two-step performance without brush damage to polished surfaces. EnviroSpec serves the mobile fleet wash market nationally through their direct catalog and distributor network.
(800) 346-4876
ChemStation provides custom-blended, bulk-delivered detergents, including fleet and truck wash soaps, degreasers, and aluminum-safe products, through a network of regional franchise locations that tailor formulations for specific fleets, soils, and environmental requirements. Their refillable container delivery system eliminates packaging waste and reduces per-wash chemical costs for high-volume truck wash operations. ChemStation's local blending model means formulations can be adjusted for regional road conditions, water hardness, and specific fleet contamination profiles.
(800) 554-8265
JBS Industries offers a full range of commercial truck wash detergents including their Road Warrior and high-lubricity friction wash formulas, bug and grime removers, bay cleaners, and specialty products formulated for both hard and soft water conditions. Their chemistry is designed to be safe across multiple substrate types, painted surfaces, chrome, glass, rubber seals, and polished aluminum, which matters for truck wash operators whose customer vehicles include a mix of finishes and materials. JBS serves regional fleets, ready-mix companies, and equipment rental firms with aggressive cleaning chemistry at competitive volume pricing.
(800) 433-0701
Arcadian Services produces and distributes vehicle wash chemicals including high-alkaline detergents, low-pH pre-soaks, wheel and tire cleaners, and their Nu-Wall line for facility bay cleaning, with heavy-duty options suitable for trucks, buses, and large commercial vehicles. Their chemistry emphasizes high-foaming action and safety on the various metal substrates found in commercial fleets, and their products are used in both friction and touchless automated systems. Arcadian serves car wash operators, fleet maintenance facilities, and truck wash operations throughout the Southeast and nationally.
(800) 288-7968
Car Wash Chemical Manufacturers with Heavy-Duty Truck Lines
Major car wash chemical companies with documented heavy-duty formulations, high-alkaline detergents, acid pre-soaks, and aluminum brighteners, that are used in truck wash tunnels, bus wash facilities, and large fleet operations.
Zep is one of the largest providers of fleet wash chemistry in North America, offering a broad portfolio including high-alkaline detergents, acid cleaners, aluminum brighteners, and degreasers, including their Zep TNT (Truck and Trailer) line specifically formulated for heavy grease removal and acid-based brightening on tanker trailers. Their products are used in commercial truck washes, transit fleets, and industrial equipment cleaning operations, and are distributed nationally through their direct and distributor network. Zep's scale provides price-competitive bulk chemistry for high-volume truck wash operations.
(877) 428-9937
Ecolab's vehicle care division and Kenotek brand provide the Cargo Range of commercial transport cleaning products, including Cargo 4100 Forte, an extra-strength concentrate designed specifically for rollover truck washes and high-pressure fleet applications. Their high-performance fleet chemistry includes low-pH and high-pH systems for road film removal and is used in large fleet contracts and integrated service programs where consistent, auditable cleaning results are required. Ecolab's scale and service infrastructure support national fleet accounts and large public truck wash installations.
(800) 352-5326
Simoniz has a robust Fleet & Industrial division producing the Big Rig line of detergents and specialized truck pre-soaks designed for the extreme grime of long-haul trucking alongside their core car wash chemistry. Their large-scale car wash manufacturing capability means fleet chemistry products are produced at industrial volumes with consistent formulation quality. Simoniz's heavy-duty alkaline cleaners and degreasers are used in truck wash tunnels and fleet operations where road film, diesel soot, and oil contamination require aggressive chemistry.
(800) 227-5536
DuBois offers the Red Rhino line of heavy-duty vehicle cleaners and their SuperSat Custom Detergent Systems, a platform that allows truck wash operators to mix high-concentration chemistry on-site to reduce shipping costs and maintain consistent pH at the nozzle regardless of delivery volume. Blendco Systems, now a DuBois division, provides the same SuperSat technology that has been a staple in the truck wash industry for delivering consistent, powerful alkaline and acid chemistry in high-volume automated applications. Together they serve fleet maintenance, transit agencies, and commercial truck wash operators nationally.
(800) 438-2647
Cleaning Systems Inc. manufactures a wide range of vehicle wash chemicals under the Lustra brand, including heavy-duty and transit-focused detergents and pre-soaks designed for buses, trucks, and municipal fleets requiring strong road film and brake dust removal. Their high-pH detergents, low-pH pre-soaks, wheel and tire cleaners, and specialty products are used in both bus and truck wash tunnels where aggressive chemistry and substrate safety must be balanced across mixed fleets. CSI's Lustra Transit line is a recognized product in municipal fleet wash operations.
(920) 337-2175
KO Manufacturing produces industrial and vehicle wash chemicals including high-alkaline detergents, aluminum brighteners, and degreasers used in truck and heavy equipment washing, with formulations specifically tested for tanker trailer cleaning, off-road equipment degreasing, and two-step truck wash processes. Their chemistry is used in both automated wash systems and manual pressure wash operations for commercial fleets, and their bulk delivery capability makes them practical for high-volume truck wash facilities. KO serves the transportation, agriculture, and industrial cleaning markets across the Midwest and nationally.
(417) 866-8000
Turtle Wax Pro and its parent Transchem Group supply professional-grade pre-soaks, high-alkaline detergents, wheel cleaners, and drying agents, including Reclaim Optimized Chemistry designed specifically for truck wash facilities operating with closed-loop water recycling systems where chemistry compatibility with the reclaim system is critical. Their stronger presoak and detergent lines are used in bus and truck wash applications across North America, and Transchem's bulk and private-label capabilities serve high-volume operators needing consistent formulations at scale. Available nationally from their Canadian manufacturing base.
(888) 260-5434
Quest Car Care produces the Trucker's Choice and All Area #2 lines specifically formulated for the pH demands of truck washing, with products designed to remove diesel soot and brighten weathered aluminum without etching polished surfaces. Their two-step chemistry is calibrated for the specific contamination profile of over-the-road freight, heavier road film, more diesel exhaust residue, and more polished aluminum than a standard passenger car wash encounter. Quest serves both independent truck wash operators and fleet maintenance facilities in the Midwest and nationally.
(616) 772-5100
Chemical Distributors
Major national distributors stocking truck wash chemistry from multiple manufacturers, a practical sourcing option for operators who need consolidated ordering, comparison shopping across brands, and reliable availability of both common and specialty products.
Kleen-Rite is one of the largest national distributors of commercial car and truck wash chemicals, stocking pre-soak detergents, alkaline degreasers, aluminum brighteners, wheel cleaners, and specialty products from multiple manufacturers under both branded and private-label programs. Their distribution centers in Pennsylvania, Missouri, Nevada, and Texas provide fast shipping to truck wash operators nationally, and their catalog depth allows operators to compare chemistry from multiple suppliers without managing multiple vendor relationships. Kleen-Rite serves both individual operators and multi-site truck wash networks.
(800) 233-3873
Dultmeier Sales distributes pressure washing and truck wash chemicals including acids, alkalines, aluminum brighteners, and specialty cleaners alongside their wash equipment and pump systems, making them a practical single-source for operators equipping a new truck wash facility with both equipment and chemistry. Their truck wash chemical catalog includes two-step pre-soak and detergent systems, industrial degreasers, and specialty products for tanker and trailer washing. Dultmeier ships nationally from their Omaha distribution center.
(800) 228-9666
Brenntag is the world's largest chemical distributor, supplying the raw materials, acids, alkalies, surfactants, HF alternatives, citric and oxalic acids, and solvents, that regional truck wash chemical blenders use to formulate their aluminum brighteners, degreasers, and pre-soak products. For truck wash operators buying chemistry at scale or for operators working with custom blenders, understanding Brenntag's role in the supply chain clarifies where component chemistry originates. Their national distribution network and technical application support serve chemical manufacturers, blenders, and large industrial end-users throughout the U.S.
(610) 926-6100
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High-velocity blower arches, stanchion dryers, and air finishing systems designed for the height and surface area of semi trucks, sleeper cabs, and trailers.
Vendor Directory
High-velocity drying systems for commercial truck wash facilities, organized from purpose-built large vehicle dryer manufacturers through car wash dryer OEMs with documented truck capability, to the industrial blower and air knife component manufacturers whose equipment is integrated into custom truck wash drying arches. Contact information current as of April 2026; verify before procurement.
Purpose-Built Large Vehicle & Truck Wash Dryer Manufacturers
Aerodry has specialized in oversized vehicle dryers for trucks, trains, buses, and RVs since 1986, offering scalable high-CFM blower configurations specifically engineered for large vehicle profiles. Their systems meet Buy American compliance standards including FTA, FRA, FAA, and FHWA requirements, making them a preferred choice for transit agencies and publicly funded truck wash facilities. Aerodry also supplies retrofit solutions for discontinued dryer brands including Proto-Vest, Worldwide Drying Systems, and IDC models.
(303) 438-0120
Founded in 1976, American Truck Wash Systems manufactures complete wash and drying system packages under product names including the Valor Dryer System, Liberty Drive-Thru Wash, Freedom Roll-Over Wash, and Patriot Interior Trailer Wash. Their dryer configurations include free-standing arches, interior and exterior wall mounts, conveyor, and onboard designs using high-quality fans and blower equipment, all built in Montana from American-made components with exterior wash cycle times as short as 3 minutes.
(406) 542-0089
Westmatic designs and manufactures integrated dryer systems as a standard component of their heavy vehicle wash systems for trucks, buses, and trains. Each dryer system is hot-dip galvanized and custom-built to the customer's specifications, engineered in Arvika, Sweden and manufactured in Buffalo, New York, with Buy America compliance and a central parts warehouse for next-day U.S. shipping. Westmatic's dryers use high-velocity blower arrays specifically designed to clear water from tall buses and tractor-trailers in short bay lengths.
(866) 747-4567
NS Corporation's fleet washing equipment line includes the Transit Air Wiper Blower System and slanted Industrial Heavy Duty Blower A-Frame configurations, along with numerous blower and drying components engineered specifically for transit and commercial vehicle profiles. ISO 9001-2015 and UL certified, NS has been supplying truck and transit wash systems, including integrated drying, since 1961, with over 10,000 installations worldwide. Their blower configurations are designed to clear water from tall buses and trucks in compact bay lengths using multiple directional nozzles.
(800) 782-1582
Whiting Systems manufactures complete turnkey wash and drying system packages for semi-trucks, buses, and trains, with their SmartWash® gantry systems available with integrated dryer and blower configurations. All systems are built with food-grade T304 stainless steel, UL and ETL certified panel shops, and remote diagnostics capability. Whiting has sales, service, and distribution centers in Arkansas, Arizona, Georgia, North Dakota, and Ohio, providing national coverage for parts and service support.
(334) 821-3011
InterClean integrates drying arch configurations into their heavy vehicle wash systems as standard components, engineering high-volume blower modules sized for the specific aerodynamic challenges of flat-front trailers, sleeper cabs, and specialty vehicles. Their drying systems are designed for the same harsh environments as their wash equipment, military, mining, and large commercial fleet applications, with over 1,000 installations globally. All systems are designed and built in-house in Michigan.
(800) 468-3725
Hydro-Chem Systems includes dryer and blower components as standard wash-exit modules in most of their commercial truck wash configurations, with systems requiring wash bay lengths of 150 to 200+ feet to accommodate proper dwell time and complete drying. As an employee-owned manufacturer of both wash equipment and proprietary chemistry, HCS engineers the full wash and drying sequence as one integrated system. They serve private fleet wash facilities, public truck washes, government agencies, and mass transit operators nationwide.
(616) 531-6420
LazrTek manufactures state-of-the-art truck wash systems using 3D profiling laser scanning technology to create a precise profile of each vehicle before washing, and their systems are configurable with optional drying stages for semis, heavy fleets, and specialty vehicles. Made in the USA, LazrTek's hybrid touchless and brush gantry systems deliver site-customized solutions scaled from individual fleet operators to large public truck wash facilities. Their 3D scanning approach produces more accurate drying coverage by ensuring blower positioning responds to actual vehicle geometry.
(214) 432-6319
Ross and White has been engineering, manufacturing, and installing heavy-duty large vehicle wash systems since 1933, including the first gantry-type truck washer in the U.S., installed in 1954. Their truck, bus, and train wash systems are available with integrated dryer and blower systems, all manufactured in the USA in a 22,000 sq. ft. facility in Cary, Illinois. Ross and White's centrifugal blowers are sized specifically for transit fleets, emphasizing reliable drying of rooflines, side glass, and rear surfaces on high-profile commercial vehicles.
(847) 516-3900
Car Wash Dryer Manufacturers with Large Vehicle Capability
IDC is a leading manufacturer of drying systems offering diverse configurations distributed worldwide for car, bus, train, and truck applications. Their axial fan design moves up to 9,600 CFM, nearly double conventional centrifugal systems, enabling effective coverage of tall commercial vehicle profiles. Product line includes the Stealth Predator, Black Widow, Back Blasters, and Spyder systems, all available in configurations for large-vehicle wash exits.
(505) 881-2055
Proto-Vest designs unique bag and nozzle drying systems, including the Windshear line, used in both car and large vehicle wash applications. Their air stripping technology contours to vehicle shape, ensuring spot-free finish on fleet vehicles, and their systems can be custom-configured with extended arches and specialized nozzle arrangements engineered for semi-trucks, trailers, and bus applications. Proto-Vest is a frequently specified dryer brand in commercial truck wash facility builds.
(623) 872-8300
Belanger manufactures the AirBlade®, twin 10-HP flat-wall air knife producing a concentrated wall of air that strips water from hoods, windshields, and roofs, along with the AirCannon™ side and rear drying columns and the DryLite® LED-illuminated dryer arch. The AirBlade® uses a long, narrow 2.5" by 35" outlet to create uniform high-velocity airflow across the full vehicle profile, scalable to commercial van and large vehicle heights through distributor-configured custom installations.
(248) 349-7010
PDQ manufactures the MaxAir® and SwingAir® drying systems. MaxAir maximizes air velocity through concentrated round discharging nozzles using four stationary 7.5-HP blowers, with the two center blowers in-line to take advantage of air drafting, delivering high-velocity air to tall SUVs and larger commercial profiles. Six-producer arrays with angled side producers accommodate commercial van and light-to-medium truck heights, making MaxAir a practical choice for mixed-fleet truck wash exit configurations.
(920) 983-8333
MacNeil manufactures the DryForce™ series (Flex, Max, Ultra) and the NCS Air Knife Drying System, designed to enhance drying performance on vehicle sides and reduce time in the drying chamber, customizable with 10 or 15 HP producers. Their Tech-21 system is specifically cited for large vehicle applications with customizable nozzle positioning that can be configured for sleeper cab roofs and trailer tops. MacNeil and NCS together form one of the largest car wash equipment organizations in the world, with global distribution.
(952) 294-0500
Mark VII manufactures the AquaDri® freestanding dryer series in 30, 40, 50, and 60 HP configurations, among the highest-powered dryer offerings in the vehicle wash industry, making the larger units viable for tall commercial vehicle applications in rollover and in-bay bays. AquaDri® FS-Series producer positions are adjustable to optimize nozzle angles toward the vehicle for maximum drying coverage. Mark VII is the North American subsidiary of WashTec AG, the world's largest car wash equipment manufacturer.
(303) 423-4910
Washworld manufactures the High Velocity Drying System in standalone and onboard configurations using energy-efficient air producers with all-aluminum welded impellers, stainless steel and composite construction, and completely adjustable producer housings. Available in 7.5, 10, and 15 HP TEFC motor configurations, with optional elephant trunk extensions and oscillating nozzle heads that accommodate larger vehicle profiles, box trucks, straight trucks, and some semi applications in mixed-use truck wash bays.
(920) 462-1800
D&S manufactures aluminum tube arch drying systems in floor-mounted configurations, with heavy-gauge horizontal aluminum beams and wall-mount brackets accommodating all producer and blower combinations. Custom height and width sizing is available for truck and fleet wash bay configurations, and their dryer systems are available with optional fiberglass cover headers. D&S dryers are sold through their nationwide field sales and service network alongside their IQ MAX large vehicle wash system.
(502) 543-5700
Diskin Systems manufactures regenerative-style blower drying units for in-bay and tunnel wash applications, with their newest model using three-phase power at 5 HP, quieter and more energy efficient than conventional blowers, with a 20% performance improvement and a mechanical safety trigger. Boom and dome accessories are available, and Diskin systems are suitable for self-serve truck wash drying bays where compact, low-noise drying is a priority. Custom housings can be adapted for the height and width requirements of commercial truck wash bays.
(815) 276-7288
PECO (est. 1966, acquired by Sonny's in 2021) manufactures conveyorized car wash systems with integrated dryer modules, including the FleetWash Xpress line designed specifically for fleet applications handling vehicles up to 90 inches tall. The FleetWash Xpress 35D package includes an extended guide rail and full dryer system for larger fleet profiles. Sonny's, the world's largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, distributes PECO, MacNeil, and their own dryer lines to all 50 U.S. states.
(800) 448-3946
Industrial Blower & Air Knife Component Manufacturers
These manufacturers produce the centrifugal blowers, high-velocity fans, and air knife systems that are integrated into custom truck wash drying arches by wash system OEMs, facility builders, and project engineers. They do not typically market directly to truck wash operators but are the component backbone of the industry.
Republic manufactures the RB and RBX Series centrifugal blowers (up to 4,100 CFM, over 160 in H2O pressure) and industrial air knife systems from 2" to 196" in aluminum or stainless steel. Their engineering expertise covers design and manufacture of complete systems including centrifugal blowers, butterfly valves, adjustable air knife mounting brackets, elbows, Y-branches, and manifolds. Republic blower and air knife components are widely integrated into truck wash drying arch assemblies by OEMs and custom fabricators.
(800) 765-2974
Sonic Air Systems designs and manufactures high-speed centrifugal blowers and custom air knife systems with over 75 years of combined engineering experience in blower and air knife system design. Their automotive manufacturing drying applications translate directly to vehicle wash surface drying, and their blowers are frequently integrated by system builders constructing custom high-velocity drying sections for truck and bus wash lines. Sonic provides both standard catalog components and engineered-to-specification systems.
(310) 412-8100
Paxton manufactures high-efficiency centrifugal blowers and air delivery systems widely integrated into heavy-duty vehicle wash arches. They specialize in high-velocity airflow that reduces the energy footprint of large-scale drying operations, and their blowers and stainless air knife systems are a preferred choice among integrators building custom high-velocity drying tunnels for trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment. Paxton is a division of ITW Air Management.
(800) 441-7475
Spencer Turbine has manufactured industrial centrifugal and regenerative blowers since 1892 and is one of the most frequently specified brands for high-volume air delivery in vehicle wash system design. Their multi-stage centrifugal turbine blowers are used as prime movers in custom truck wash drying arch systems, generating the sustained CFM and static pressure required to strip water from the large surface areas of semi-trucks and trailers in commercial wash environments.
(800) 232-4321
New York Blower (est. 1889) manufactures a comprehensive catalog of industrial centrifugal fans, pressure blowers, and specialty fans used across industrial drying applications including vehicle and truck wash drying systems. Their fabricated and cast aluminum centrifugal fans are frequently specified for custom air knife and blower arch assemblies in commercial truck wash facilities, providing the sustained static pressure and flow rates required for large-surface vehicle drying.
(630) 794-5700
Cincinnati Fan manufactures industrial pressure blowers, centrifugal fans, and custom air-moving equipment used in industrial drying applications including commercial vehicle wash facilities. Their HP Series high-pressure centrifugal blowers are a popular choice among custom truck wash system integrators building arch-mounted drying systems that require compact, high-static-pressure air sources capable of generating the airflow needed to dry semi-truck and trailer surfaces.
(513) 528-0800
Hoffman & Lamson manufactures a comprehensive range of multi-stage centrifugal blowers and regenerative blowers widely specified as the air source in industrial vehicle drying systems. Their blowers are designed for sustained, oil-free airflow at the pressures needed for commercial vehicle surface drying, particularly in large-format tunnel wash configurations where consistent high-volume delivery across long duct runs is required.
(847) 640-7500
Equipment Distributors
Dultmeier Sales carries a full range of commercial car and truck wash dryers engineered for speed, energy efficiency, and long-term performance in harsh wet environments, including high-performance tunnel dryers, self-serve blowers, and complete arch-mounted systems that integrate with wash controllers. They serve the automatic and conveyor truck wash market with full-line stocking of dryer producers, air knife systems, mounting hardware, and VFD accessories from multiple manufacturers.
(800) 228-9666
Kleen-Rite is one of the largest national distributors of commercial car and truck wash equipment, with distribution centers in Pennsylvania, Missouri, Nevada, and Texas. Their commercial wash drying systems category includes multi-HP tunnel dryer configurations powered by heavy-duty producers typically ranging from 7.5 HP to 30 HP per blower, along with replacement blower motors, complete drying arch systems, and components from multiple manufacturers, making them a practical single-source for truck wash drying builds.
(800) 233-3873
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Payment kiosks, fleet card integration, RFID and license plate recognition systems, subscription management, and wash site management software for truck wash operations.
Vendor Directory
A commercial truck wash runs on its technology stack, pay stations that accept fleet cards, RFID systems that identify fleet vehicles without driver interaction, LPR cameras that trigger wash packages automatically, and site management software that tracks usage, billing, and equipment status across lanes and locations. This directory covers truck wash-specific POS platforms, car wash technology companies with documented fleet and large-vehicle capability, and the RFID and LPR specialists whose hardware is integrated into automated truck wash entry systems.
Truck Wash & Fleet Wash POS Platforms
POS and site management systems built specifically for truck wash workflows, fleet invoicing, commercial account billing, large-vehicle pricing, and multi-lane management that car wash platforms don't handle out of the box.
WashCard specializes in cashless payment and account-based systems for self-serve and in-bay washes including truck and fleet wash sites, with RFID tags, fleet cards, and web-based account management that give fleet managers control over driver wash spend and consolidated monthly billing. Their cloud-based reporting and remote configuration support multi-location truck wash networks without requiring on-site staff for account management. WashCard is owned by D&S Car Wash Supply, the manufacturer of the IQ MAX large vehicle wash system, making the two products a natural integrated solution for new truck wash facility builds.
(651) 439-5740
Truck Wash POS is a cloud-based platform built specifically for industrial truck and trailer wash operations, with modules for sales, fleet invoicing, time clock, payroll, and reporting designed around large-vehicle wash lane workflows and high-volume big-rig traffic. The system markets itself as the only POS option purpose-built for truck washes, with fleet account billing cycles, commercial account management, and card processing through integrated merchant services. Payment integration is handled through CardPointe by Fiserv, with support for fleet card acceptance and reuse of some existing hardware.
See website
Nuvix is an all-in-one truck wash management platform focused on digitizing the full workflow from booking to invoicing, including POS, customer portals, license plate capture for reducing billing errors, real-time lane monitoring, and multi-location configuration. The system supports consolidated fleet billing, accounting tool integration, and operator reporting designed around fixed and mobile truck wash operations. Nuvix is relevant for operators looking for a truck-specific platform that handles the commercial billing complexity car wash POS systems are not designed for.
See nuvix.io
Car Wash POS & Site Management with Fleet Capability
The major car wash POS platforms, all of which support fleet card acceptance, RFID, LPR, and account-based billing that truck wash operations require. These are the most deployed systems in the wash industry and the most likely platforms a truck wash operator will encounter from their equipment vendor or distributor.
ICS provides the Auto Sentry® payment terminals, SmartStart® entry systems, and WashConnect® site management software used at high-volume wash sites including truck and fleet operations, with pre-configured support for WEX, Comdata, and other fleet card authorizations directly in the terminal. Their Auto Passport LPR module uses AI-based license plate recognition for memberships and fleet accounts, enabling automatic vehicle identification and wash package triggering without driver interaction. Remote monitoring, multi-site reporting, and commercial fleet account management make ICS the most capable car wash platform for truck wash applications.
(610) 530-0600
DRB offers the Patheon® POS, Xpress Pay Stations, and Unitec-branded kiosks widely used in tunnel, in-bay, and large-bay environments, including truck and bus washes, with support for EMV, fleet card processing, RFID memberships, LPR fast lanes, and robust multi-site reporting. Their FastPass RFID system manages fleet accounts and unlimited wash plans with minimal driver interaction, making it one of the most proven high-volume fleet account systems in the wash industry. DRB also owns Washify, a cloud-based POS and mobile membership platform that provides flexible fleet billing and subscription program management.
(800) 336-6338
Hamilton manufactures outdoor payment kiosks and pay stations built for the harsh environment of vehicle wash bays, including self-serve truck wash bays and large in-bay automatics, with support for EMV, contactless, fleet cards, loyalty programs, and code-based fleet accounts. Their ExpressPass RFID system and Hosted Solutions platform allow centralized management of fleet accounts across multiple geographic locations, making them practical for truck wash operators managing regional or national fleet customers. Hamilton kiosks are frequently deployed at unattended truck wash facilities where durability and 24/7 reliability are non-negotiable.
(419) 867-4852
Micrologic provides LogicWash POS, entry kiosks, and site management software for vehicle washes, including fleet account interfaces that support multi-vehicle billing, usage reporting, and commercial account management for truck and bus wash operations. Their systems handle memberships, house accounts, detailed fleet reporting, and remote site access, making them viable for unattended or lightly staffed large-vehicle wash sites. Micrologic's Fleet Account module is specifically designed to support the commercial billing cycles and multi-unit tracking that fleet operators require.
(732) 795-3900
CryptoPay provides card readers and payment controllers for self-serve wash bays widely deployed in both car and truck wash environments, supporting credit/debit and contactless payments with centralized reporting for multi-bay and multi-site operations. Truck wash operators use CryptoPay to retrofit older self-serve or existing truck wash equipment with modern cashless payment acceptance without requiring a full POS replacement. Their system is a practical entry-level payment solution for operators adding automated payment capability to manual or aging truck wash facilities.
(512) 439-1596
WashLink provides tunnel and site management systems that integrate with POS and entry kiosks, used in both car and truck wash tunnels, with remote monitoring, production reporting, and integration with RFID and account-based systems. Their platform is chosen by operators who want deep operational data and real-time equipment status visibility across wash lanes, making it relevant for high-throughput truck wash facilities where uptime monitoring is critical. WashLink's reporting tools support fleet account usage tracking and lane-level production analytics.
(316) 262-8933
Dencar provides cloud-based POS and entry systems for vehicle washes with a focus on remote management and real-time monitoring, deployable at large-bay and fleet wash sites with support for memberships, fleet accounts, and multi-site dashboards. Their system is designed for operators who want centralized management of multiple wash locations from a single interface, with the real-time visibility needed to manage unmanned or lightly staffed truck wash operations. Dencar's cloud architecture makes it accessible for smaller operators who need enterprise-level management tools without enterprise-level IT infrastructure.
(303) 777-9400
Kesseltronics manufactures highly programmable wash controllers, chemical dispensing electronics, and site management systems, a top choice for custom-built large vehicle wash bays that require unique wash sequences, specialized chemical dosing, or integration with non-standard equipment. Their systems integrate with payment devices and can manage multiple bays and equipment types with flexible control logic, making them relevant for truck wash operators building custom configurations that off-the-shelf POS platforms cannot accommodate. Kesseltronics serves the U.S. market from their British Columbia operations.
(800) 565-2747
Etowah Valley manufactures car and truck wash equipment alongside QuickPay and loyalty systems that retrofit older sites with modern credit card and fleet payment technology without requiring a full site overhaul. Their controllers and kiosks can be configured for tall-bay truck and RV washes, making them a practical option for operators upgrading existing facilities rather than building from scratch. Etowah Valley serves regional operators in the Southeast who need integrated equipment and payment solutions from a single provider with local service support.
(828) 891-7768
RFID, License Plate Recognition & Vehicle Identification
The hardware layer that enables frictionless fleet wash access, RFID tags that identify fleet vehicles automatically, LPR cameras that read license plates to trigger wash packages, and vehicle profiling sensors that adjust wash equipment to each truck's specific dimensions.
Survision is a global leader in license plate recognition cameras specifically designed for vehicle wash lanes, their technology identifies commercial trucks accurately even in high-moisture, high-steam, and low-visibility wash environments where standard LPR cameras fail. Their systems are integrated with major wash POS platforms to trigger automated payments, fleet account billing, and wash package selection based on plate recognition. Survision's wash-specific LPR engineering makes them the most relevant LPR specialist for truck wash operators rather than general traffic or tolling LPR vendors.
(720) 507-4224
TransCore is the primary provider of RFID tags and readers used in highway tolling, and the same rugged eGo® Plus RFID tags that survive highway use are the industry standard for commercial vehicle identification at truck wash entry lanes. Their long-range readers can identify a fleet vehicle at highway speed without any driver action, and the same transponder a carrier uses for toll payments can be leveraged for truck wash access and billing when integrated with a compatible wash controller. TransCore's tolling-grade RFID hardware is particularly relevant for private fleet wash facilities and truck stop wash operations.
(800) 923-4824
TagMaster provides long-range RFID readers and tags used in parking, tolling, and access control, integrated into truck and fleet wash sites for automatic vehicle identification that ties into wash controllers and POS systems to trigger washes and log fleet usage. Their hardware is designed for high-read reliability on large vehicles at entry speeds, without requiring the driver to slow down or present a card. TagMaster's RFID systems are especially useful for private fleet wash facilities and secure yard operations where access control and billing need to be fully automated.
(253) 238-1421
Pantron provides the photoelectric sensors and infrared vehicle profiling systems used by automated truck wash equipment to detect vehicle length, height, and body profile, the "profile technology" that allows automated systems to adjust brush positions, nozzle heights, and wash sequences for different truck sizes without manual operator input. Accurate vehicle profiling is critical for touchless and hybrid truck wash systems where the wash equipment must respond to the actual geometry of each vehicle, from a standard van to a 13-foot sleeper cab with a 53-foot trailer. Pantron's sensors are integrated by wash equipment OEMs and system builders into custom truck wash configurations.
(800) 211-9468
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WEX, Comdata, EFS, Fleetcor, and the other fleet card networks that over-the-road trucking operations rely on. Every commercial truck wash must be equipped to accept.
Fleet Payment Ecosystem
A commercial truck wash that cannot accept fleet cards will not attract fleet business. Over-the-road carriers, regional logistics operators, and municipal fleets pay for fuel, maintenance, and washing through dedicated fleet card networks, not consumer credit cards. This directory covers the networks every truck wash must accept, the regional programs worth knowing, the POS and integration systems that make acceptance possible, and the emerging digital platforms where fleet payments are heading.
Tier 1, Must-Accept Networks
These four networks cover the vast majority of over-the-road commercial fleet spend in the United States. A truck wash without all four is leaving fleet business at the door.
WEX operates one of the largest fleet card networks in the U.S., with acceptance at roughly 95% of U.S. fuel stations and tens of thousands of service locations. Their cards power both branded and private-label fleet programs for hundreds of national and regional operators, meaning a single WEX integration effectively covers dozens of co-branded fleet card programs simultaneously. WEX also provides the Level III data capture (vehicle ID, odometer, driver ID) that fleet managers require to verify a specific truck was actually washed.
(207) 773-8171
Comdata is the dominant fleet card network in over-the-road long-haul trucking, with acceptance at thousands of truck stops and travel centers nationwide. Many Class 8 carriers standardize on Comdata for fuel, maintenance, and wash purchases, making Comdata acceptance non-negotiable for any truck wash positioned along major freight corridors. Comdata is a FLEETCOR/Corpay company and its acceptance also covers EFS and other FLEETCOR-network programs.
(800) 266-3282
EFS is a WEX-owned OTR fleet card platform focused on large trucking fleets, with a dense truck stop network and advanced tools for settlements, driver advances, and carrier pay. Many national carriers use EFS as their primary card, so truck washes on major freight corridors benefit from direct EFS acceptance even beyond WEX-branded card acceptance. The EFS Mastercard option allows processing through either the secure EFS closed-loop network or the Mastercard rail.
(888) 824-7378
Voyager is a universal fleet card network accepted at the vast majority of U.S. fuel and service locations, widely used by government, municipal, and large corporate fleets. For truck washes located near public works yards, DOT depots, municipal fleet garages, or government logistics hubs, Voyager acceptance is often a requirement, not a differentiator. The Voyager Mastercard dual-network structure provides both closed-loop fleet controls and broad Mastercard reach.
(800) 987-6591
Fuelman is a major fleet card network with strong penetration among local and regional vocational fleets, delivery, HVAC, plumbing, construction, and medium-duty commercial operators. For truck washes targeting mixed fleets rather than exclusively long-haul OTR carriers, Fuelman acceptance captures a significant segment of commercial vehicle operators who use Fuelman for fuel, service, and wash spending from a single controlled account.
(800) 877-0818
Tier 2, Branded & Regional Fleet Programs
Major oil brand cards, truck stop proprietary programs, and regional networks, most run on WEX, Comdata, or Voyager rails, so accepting the Tier 1 networks covers many of these automatically. Knowing they exist matters for fleet sales conversations.
Pilot Flying J's Axle Fuel Card is heavily used by OTR fleets fueling at Pilot and Flying J locations nationwide. Truck washes co-located with or positioned near Pilot Flying J travel centers will encounter fleets expecting to use Axle for bundled fuel and wash purchases. Pilot also operates an integrated wash presence through partnerships, making their fleet billing ecosystem directly relevant to adjacent wash facilities.
(877) 866-7378
TA and Petro locations offer fleet card and billing programs for fuel, maintenance, and truck wash services, including their onsite Blue Beacon truck wash presence at many properties. For washes in direct competition with or positioned near TA/Petro locations, understanding and supporting their fleet billing expectations is key to capturing OTR wash volume from fleets already routing through TA properties.
(800) 821-3466
Love's Express is a proprietary fleet card used at Love's and Speedco locations for fuel, maintenance, and wash services. Love's has a growing truck wash footprint and their fleet card ecosystem is increasingly relevant to truck wash operators along the same freight corridors. Fleets routing through Love's locations expect integrated billing across fuel and wash at those stops.
(800) 388-0983
CFN is a major cardlock fueling network dominant in the western U.S., used heavily by private fleets, municipalities, and construction companies that operate at cardlock-access sites rather than public retail fuel stops. CFN members manage large commercial fleets accustomed to account-based billing, making truck wash acceptance of CFN-linked cards important for operators in western markets targeting private fleet and government accounts.
(800) 899-2236
TCS offers a discount fuel card program targeted at owner-operators and small-to-medium trucking fleets, with strong truck stop discounts and a growing network of preferred service vendors. TCS is a rapidly growing choice for smaller carriers who want aggressive per-gallon savings and are building service relationships with wash operators along their regular routes. Truck washes near TCS-participating stops can capture incremental fleet wash volume.
(844) 827-3835
Shell fleet cards (typically issued on WEX or other major network rails) are used by both light-duty and heavy-duty commercial fleets. For truck washes located at or near Shell-branded diesel sites, Shell fleet card acceptance is often expected by the fleets fueling there. Because Shell programs ride WEX rails, integration is typically achieved through WEX acceptance rather than a separate Shell-specific integration.
(888) 802-6666
ExxonMobil fleet card programs (commonly powered by WEX) serve a broad range of commercial fleets, particularly those fueling at Exxon and Mobil-branded stations along major freight corridors. Truck washes co-located with or adjacent to high-volume ExxonMobil diesel sites will encounter these cards regularly, and WEX integration typically covers ExxonMobil fleet program acceptance automatically.
(800) 627-3427
Chevron and Texaco business and fleet cards are widely used in the West and South, particularly by regional trucking, construction, and vocational fleets. Truck washes in Chevron/Texaco-heavy markets can capture incremental fleet wash revenue by ensuring these cards are accepted alongside the major Tier 1 network programs. Like Shell and ExxonMobil, Chevron/Texaco programs typically run on major network rails.
(800) 226-3905
Federal, state, and municipal fleet vehicles use GSA SmartPay-linked cards (primarily on WEX and Voyager rails) for fuel and vehicle services. Truck washes near public works yards, DOT maintenance depots, military logistics facilities, or state government fleet operations can win recurring government fleet volume by ensuring SmartPay-linked card acceptance, which is typically achieved through WEX and Voyager integration.
See smartpay.gsa.gov
Tier 3, POS & Integration Systems
Accepting fleet cards requires more than a merchant account. It requires a POS system or payment terminal with certified integrations to the fleet card networks, Level III data capture capability, and, for high-volume operations, RFID and account-based billing. These are the vendors that make fleet card acceptance operationally possible at the wash lane.
WashCard specializes in fleet and account-based payment systems built specifically for wash facilities, including RFID tags, keypad codes, and web-based fleet account management with recurring billing and detailed reporting. For truck washes, WashCard is a direct path to creating proprietary fleet accounts and subscription-style billing without relying solely on third-party fleet card networks, enabling consolidated monthly invoicing that large fleet customers strongly prefer. WashCard is owned by D&S Car Wash Supply, the same company behind the IQ MAX large vehicle wash system.
(651) 439-5740
ICS is the industry leader in car and truck wash POS systems, their Auto Sentry terminals are pre-configured to handle WEX, Comdata, and other fleet-specific payment authorizations at the lane. ICS systems support fleet accounts, RFID access, recurring billing, and card-on-file arrangements specifically tailored for commercial fleet customers. For truck wash operators, ICS is one of the most proven paths to full fleet card acceptance and fleet account management in a single integrated system.
(610) 530-0600
DRB is a major car and truck wash technology provider offering POS, RFID, and account management systems, including their FastPass RFID product, that tie wash lanes, fleet accounts, and billing together. FastPass allows vehicles to trigger wash entry and bill against stored fleet accounts or contracts with minimal driver interaction, making it one of the most proven high-volume fleet account systems in the wash industry. DRB systems integrate with fleet billing workflows used by national and regional fleet operators.
(800) 336-6338
Hamilton supplies pay stations and kiosks for car and truck washes with support for fleet accounts, codes, and card payments, including fleet card acceptance integrations. For smaller or unattended truck wash facilities, Hamilton systems provide the backbone for fleet code and account-based lane access without requiring a full commercial POS installation. Their systems are designed for reliability in the unattended commercial environment typical of 24/7 truck wash operations.
(419) 867-4852
Gilbarco is a leading fuel dispenser and POS provider whose systems integrate natively with WEX, Voyager, Comdata, and other major fleet card networks. For truck wash facilities co-located with a fuel site or fuel stop, choosing Gilbarco POS simplifies fleet card acceptance and settlement across fuel, convenience, and wash in a single integrated back-end. Gilbarco's widespread deployment across the U.S. truck stop and travel center infrastructure makes it a natural fit for fuel-adjacent wash operations.
(800) 743-7501
Verifone provides payment terminals and forecourt POS systems widely deployed at fuel and wash sites, with certified integrations to WEX, Voyager, and other fleet networks. For standalone truck washes not attached to a fuel site, Verifone terminals can be a practical path to fleet card acceptance without a full commercial POS installation. Their Commander Fleet initiative is specifically designed to simplify fleet card processing through integrated POS and payment terminal configurations.
(800) 837-4366
OPW's Petro Vend and related systems manage cardlock and unattended fueling with fleet card and proprietary account integration. Truck washes operating in a cardlock or private-yard model, where access is controlled and billed to fleet accounts rather than retail card transactions, can use OPW hardware to manage lane access and automate fleet billing. OPW is a Dover company with broad distribution and service coverage across the U.S.
(708) 485-4200
Tier 4, Emerging Digital Fleet Payment Platforms
Fintech-first fleet cards, app-based payment platforms, and vehicle-as-payment-identity systems are growing rapidly among tech-forward fleets and owner-operators. Most ride Visa or Mastercard rails, so standard card acceptance covers them, but knowing they exist matters for fleet sales and future integrations.
AtoB issues a modern fleet card on the Mastercard network with strong truck stop discounts and digital controls for small and mid-sized fleets. Because AtoB rides standard card rails, truck washes that accept Mastercard can typically process AtoB transactions with minimal additional integration. AtoB's telematics integration allows fleet managers to verify a truck was physically at the wash location when the card was used, adding a fraud-prevention layer that appeals to fleet managers.
(415) 993-2286
Coast offers a Visa-based fleet and fuel card with real-time expense management software aimed at mixed-fleet and service vehicle operators. Truck washes that already accept Visa process Coast transactions like standard card payments, but Coast's digital controls, including rules-based wash allowances (e.g., one wash per week per vehicle), make it an attractive fleet card for logistics operators managing wash frequency and cost per unit.
(833) 262-7801
Relay is a digital payment network for trucking and logistics, widely used for lumper fees, parking, and over-the-road services, and expanding into fuel and maintenance categories. Their cardless, mobile app-based payment system is growing in adoption among independent owner-operators who prefer app-based payment over physical fleet cards. Truck washes that can accept Relay app-based transactions position themselves for the growing segment of independent operators using digital-first payment methods.
(877) 735-2910
Motive is one of the largest ELD and fleet telematics providers in trucking, and has expanded into fleet spend management with a card product used for fuel and maintenance. Because Motive already has deep relationships with millions of commercial drivers and fleet managers through its telematics platform, its card adoption is growing rapidly. Truck washes accepting standard card rails process Motive card transactions automatically, and Motive's driver-facing app represents a potential direct marketing channel to drivers making wash decisions on the road.
(855) 434-3564
Car IQ turns vehicles themselves into payment identities, allowing fleets to pay directly at merchants without physical cards or driver interaction, using vehicle-embedded credentials. For truck washes, integration with Car IQ's network can enable frictionless, cardless fleet payments especially attractive for high-throughput automated wash lanes where eliminating any driver touchpoint improves cycle time. Car IQ represents the direction the industry is moving: payment triggered by the vehicle, not the driver.
(415) 212-8400
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Closed-loop recycling, oil/water separators, biological treatment, and discharge compliance equipment. Often a permitting requirement for commercial truck wash facilities.
Vendor Directory
Truck wash wastewater carries significantly higher loads of oil, grease, heavy metals, and suspended solids than passenger car wash effluent, and many jurisdictions require a water reclaim plan before issuing an operating permit. A complete treatment system is typically a stacked sequence: solids settling, oil/water separation, filtration, and biological or chemical polishing before reuse or discharge. This directory covers integrated system manufacturers, primary separation equipment, and advanced treatment components.
Integrated Truck Wash Reclaim System Manufacturers
Companies that design and manufacture complete reclaim systems, solids handling through clean water reuse, purpose-built or directly applicable for commercial truck wash wastewater volumes and contamination profiles.
Wash Bay Solutions designs heavy-duty, multi-stage closed-loop and hybrid wash water treatment systems with solids settling, clarifier oil/water separation, multimedia filtration, carbon, and ozone treatment, explicitly marketed for heavy equipment and truck wash bays. Their site-specific engineering approach addresses the high FOG (fats, oils, grease) and solids loading of truck wash permitting scenarios that standard car wash reclaim systems cannot handle. Their VR Re-Cyke® recycling system recycles up to 100% of collected wash water with continuous ozone treatment for bacteria and odor control.
(800) 453-8639
InterClean's patented EQ100 water recycling module integrates directly with their heavy vehicle wash systems and can recycle up to 100% of wash water, engineered specifically for the high throughput and contamination loads of truck, bus, and mining equipment wash operations. The EQ100 is designed as a standard add-on to their drive-through, gantry, and rollover systems, making InterClean one of the only manufacturers where wash equipment and reclaim are engineered as a single integrated product. Their reclaim systems are deployed in over 1,000 installations worldwide.
(800) 468-3725
Whiting Systems offers a dedicated water reclaim system "specially designed to treat water for reuse in an automated truck wash", PLC-controlled and built for continuous 24/7 operation at large fleet facilities, distribution centers, and truck stops. Their reclaim systems are engineered to complement their SmartWash® automated wash equipment, making them a natural turnkey choice for operators who want integrated wash and water management from a single manufacturer. Systems are built with food-grade stainless steel and include remote diagnostics capability.
(334) 821-3011
Hydro Engineering manufactures the Hydrokleen wash water recycling systems, ISO 9001 certified, designed to recycle 100% of collected water, along with vehicle wash racks and high-pressure wash systems commonly deployed in military, mining, and heavy truck applications where solids, oils, and metals are significant contaminants. Their modular above-ground Hydropad wash rack systems are particularly useful for facilities requiring EPA-compliant containment without major concrete work. Hydrokleen systems are UL-979, CSA, and CE certified.
(801) 972-1181
Met-Chem builds complete truck wash water recovery systems using pits, clarifiers, oil/water separators, lamella clarifiers, cone-bottom reaction tanks, and filter presses, with options for closed-loop reuse or compliant discharge to the sewer. Their systems are designed specifically for semi-trucks, mixers, and heavy equipment with high solids loads, and their filter presses are expandable as wash volume grows, a practical advantage for facilities that expect to scale. Met-Chem provides engineered drawings and documentation needed for industrial pretreatment permit applications.
(716) 875-0400
ESD Waste2Water specializes in EPA-compliant closed-loop wash rack systems and portable wash pads for truck fleets, heavy equipment, and military vehicles, with systems including solids settling tanks, oil coalescing filtration, and bio-mechanical polishing that treat truck wash effluent to discharge or reuse standards. Their above-ground portable wash rack systems can be deployed at remote sites or facilities on leased property where below-ground construction is not permitted. Systems are UL-979, CSA, and CE certified and available in a range of flow capacities.
(727) 848-6000
Riveer specializes in wash racks and wash water treatment systems for military and heavy equipment applications, with systems designed for solids handling, oil separation, and multi-stage filtration for closed-loop reuse or discharge compliance. Their heavy-duty systems are engineered for the contamination profiles of truck, bus, and off-road fleet washing, including the high-pressure undercarriage wash applications that generate the most heavily loaded wastewater. Riveer serves federal, municipal, and commercial fleet operators with turnkey engineered systems.
(269) 637-1997
Westmatic's water treatment systems are engineered to recycle up to 85% of wash water used in their heavy vehicle wash systems, using ozone injection to prevent bacterial growth and odor, a common problem with reclaimed wash water at high-volume truck facilities. Their systems are integrated with their Heavy Duty Three Brush Rollover and other truck wash configurations, and are designed specifically for the contamination profile of tractor-trailers, tankers, and transit vehicles. Buy America compliant; manufactured in Buffalo, New York.
(866) 747-4567
American Truck Wash Systems manufactures water treatment systems specifically for their large vehicle wash configurations, designed for tractor-trailer-sized operations and built from American-made components. Their water treatment offerings are available as integrated add-ons to their Liberty Drive-Thru and Freedom Roll-Over wash systems, providing operators with a coordinated wash and reclaim system from a single manufacturer. Founded in 1976, the company has five decades of experience with the specific wash water management challenges of heavy commercial vehicle operations.
(406) 542-0089
Water Maze manufactures industrial wash water treatment systems, including clarifiers, bioreactors, filtration, and evaporation units, widely used in equipment and fleet wash applications where oil separation, solids removal, and biological treatment are all required. Acquired by Kärcher, their modular treatment systems are a strong option for truck wash operators who want flexible, scalable water management without being tied to a specific wash equipment OEM. Their electro-coagulation systems use electrical current to clump emulsified oils and heavy metals for filtration, particularly effective for truck wash wastewater profiles.
(800) 347-6116
Carbtrol explicitly markets truck wash water treatment and recycle systems, with activated carbon-based modular packages handling up to 240 GPM in standard configurations and custom systems to 1,000 GPM, designed to handle petroleum byproducts, organics, and suspended solids from truck, bus, train, and public works vehicle washing. Their systems are used by municipalities, military facilities, and commercial truck wash operators requiring compliant discharge or 100% closed-loop recycling. Carbtrol's non-consumable filter media is a significant operational advantage at high-volume truck wash facilities.
(203) 380-6148
Evans Equipment delivers turnkey wash bay and closed-loop wash water recycling systems, designed, built, installed, and serviced by a single team, with systems centered on custom slope drive-in pits, above-ground separators, and biosystems for full treatment and reuse. Their industrial-grade marine aluminum oil/water separators use V-bottom designs specifically built to allow mechanical sludge removal from the heavy solids loads of truck wash operations. Evans serves oil and gas, transportation, construction, and military fleet wash facilities.
(800) 377-5872
Oil/Water Separators & Primary Treatment
The first stage of any truck wash treatment train. Oil/water separators remove free and coalesced hydrocarbons before wash water reaches filtration or biological treatment stages, and are frequently required by municipal permit as a standalone installed component regardless of the downstream treatment system.
Highland Tank is the industry standard manufacturer for underground and aboveground oil/water separators, deep sump basins, and wastewater containment systems handling up to 6,000 GPM, making their products the most commonly specified primary treatment stage for truck wash pits handling heavy oil, grease, and grit loads. Their API-rated and coalescing plate separator designs are widely accepted by municipal pretreatment authorities and are a standard reference in truck wash permit applications. Highland Tank products are available through a nationwide distributor network with local application engineering support.
(814) 893-5701
Mercer International manufactures high-efficiency coalescing oil/water separators and clarifiers used in industrial wastewater applications including vehicle wash facilities, often specified when guaranteed effluent oil levels are required for discharge permit compliance. Their coalescing plate technology achieves separation efficiencies that meet even stringent POTW pretreatment standards, making them a preferred choice when a municipality requires documented oil removal performance before approving a truck wash discharge permit. Sold through their oil-water-separator.net channel with application engineering support.
(908) 964-4949
Oil Water Separator Technologies designs and manufactures coalescing oil/water separators, dissolved air flotation (DAF) units, and related primary treatment equipment specifically for industrial wastewater streams including vehicle wash facilities where oil and grease loading is heavy. Their DAF systems are particularly effective for truck wash applications where emulsified oils, which do not settle by gravity, need to be removed before downstream filtration or biological treatment. Equipment is custom-engineered to match site-specific flow rates and contamination profiles.
(770) 840-7060
JDI manufactures stainless steel clarifier oil/water separators and solids collection debris baskets specifically designed for truck and heavy vehicle wash bay sumps, removing essentially all settleable solids and free non-emulsified oil droplets from the wash effluent stream. Their integrated sewer pretreatment systems (SPT series) combine the separator and solids capture into a single sump-compatible unit, simplifying installation in new truck wash pit construction. JDI also provides the JCL-Series closed-loop wash water treatment systems for full reclaim applications.
See website
Filtration, Biological & Advanced Treatment
Downstream of primary separation, filtration media, biological treatment, and advanced polishing systems that bring reclaimed wash water to reuse quality or compliant discharge standards. These components are often integrated into the systems listed above or specified separately by environmental engineers designing custom treatment trains.
Aqua Bio Technologies manufactures biological and membrane-based wash water reclaim systems using naturally occurring microbes that consume hydrocarbons and organics, eliminating the need for chemical treatment and producing high-clarity effluent with integrated odor control. Their biological treatment technology is particularly relevant for truck wash reclaim where high hydrocarbon loads make simple filtration insufficient for reuse-quality water. Systems are available in modular configurations scalable to high-volume truck wash flow rates with proper sizing.
(877) 881-9141
Bio-Microbics specializes in biological and decentralized wastewater treatment systems, including their Scienco line, capable of handling organic contaminants from wash water at facilities without access to municipal sewer connections. Their systems are designed for sites that need on-site treatment to discharge or reuse standards, making them relevant to rural or industrial-park truck wash locations where sewer connection is unavailable or cost-prohibitive. Bio-Microbics treatment systems meet EPA and state regulatory standards for decentralized industrial wastewater.
(913) 422-0707
Con-Serv manufactures filtration systems, reclaim pumps, and water treatment components widely used in car and truck wash reclaim system builds, often integrated by OEMs and installers as part of custom reclaim skids. Their reverse osmosis systems are frequently used as the final polishing stage in truck wash reclaim trains where spot-free rinse quality is needed for chrome and polished aluminum surfaces on premium fleet vehicles. Con-Serv's modular component approach allows integration into virtually any reclaim system architecture.
(407) 332-4414
SoBrite's Filtermatic line features non-consumable filter media, a major operational advantage for truck wash facilities where high solids and oil loads would rapidly exhaust conventional filter cartridges, driving ongoing replacement costs. Their high-volume filtration systems are designed for the demanding wash cycle volumes of commercial truck operations and are a practical choice for operators prioritizing low maintenance overhead in their water treatment system. Non-consumable media eliminates one of the most significant ongoing costs in truck wash water management.
(309) 467-2335
Transchem Group's ClearWash PR Series water reclaim systems are designed for high-throughput vehicle wash operations, delivering 40 GPM (PR40) or 90 GPM (PR90) of reclaimed wash water and reducing freshwater consumption by up to 65%. Their proprietary ozone treatment system eliminates odor, one of the most common operational complaints at truck wash reclaim sites, and a nightly automated backwash cycle eliminates manual maintenance requirements. ClearWash systems serve the U.S. market from their Burlington, Ontario facility.
(855) 289-3784
New Wave Industries manufactures the Water Dragon and AquaRecycle closed-loop water recycling systems using multi-stage filtration and disinfection to produce high-quality reuse water. Known for high-volume capabilities and integrated odor control, essential when recycling wash water containing the heavy-duty soaps and degreasers used in truck washing, their systems are a practical choice for operators needing reliable closed-loop recycling without constant chemical dosing. Systems are properly engineered to truck wash bay flow rates and contamination loads.
(800) 882-8854
Water Reclaim & Permitting
Many municipalities require a water reclaim plan before issuing an operating permit for a truck wash. BRDG addresses reclaim system requirements during the entitlement phase, not as an afterthought at construction. Start a conversation about your project.
Anything that won't fit a standard car wash: motorhomes, fifth-wheels, fire engines, tankers, dump trucks, heavy-duty tow trucks and wreckers, semis, and other oversized vehicles. The equipment is largely shared with commercial truck wash, but the operating profile, surface materials, and customer base each carry their own considerations.
Category Overview
A commercial truck wash facility is, in practice, a large-vehicle wash facility. The same gantry systems, drive-through tunnels, touchless arches, and water reclaim infrastructure that handle semi-trucks also handle Class A motorhomes, fire apparatus, tankers, dump trucks, garbage trucks, heavy-duty wreckers, and other vehicles that exceed the height, length, or weight envelope of a consumer car wash. Most of the manufacturers in our Wash Systems directory build equipment that accommodates all of these.
What changes between vehicle types is the operating profile: surface materials, height clearance, chemistry sensitivities, fixtures on the roof, and the customer base. The considerations below summarize the most common ones.
RVs introduce surface materials and roof fixtures that aren't present on commercial trucks: fiberglass and gel-coat siding, vinyl wraps, full-body decals, roof-mounted solar panels, satellite domes, antennas, ladders, and roof-mounted AC units. Touchless systems are strongly preferred over friction brushes for RVs to avoid abrading wraps and damaging roof fixtures. Height clearance must accommodate 12.5–13.5 ft Class A coaches, and spot-free rinse is a meaningful purchase driver for owners who don't want water spots on their windshield or solar panels. Demand is seasonal in many markets and concentrated near RV parks, dealerships, and storage facilities.
Fire apparatus is among the most surface-sensitive heavy vehicles a wash facility will handle. High-gloss paint, polished chrome, mounted equipment, and exposed instrumentation make touchless systems the standard. Wash chemistry must be neutral pH or carefully selected to avoid damaging painted graphics and aluminum diamond-plate. Most municipal fire departments operate on a contract or scheduled-wash basis rather than walk-in, and consistency of result is more important than throughput. Wreckers, tow trucks, and ambulances share many of the same considerations.
Tanker exteriors are typically polished stainless or aluminum that show every streak and brush mark. Touchless systems with the right chemistry are standard for exterior wash. Tanker operators often require interior wash and sanitization in addition to exterior cleaning, especially food-grade carriers operating under FSMA requirements. Several manufacturers in the Wash Systems directory (Whiting, American Truck Wash, ISTOBAL) produce dedicated interior trailer wash equipment that meets FSMA standards for reefer and food-grade tankers.
The dirtiest vehicles on the road. Heavy mud, concrete, road salt, asphalt, and refuse buildup require aggressive presoak chemistry, high-pressure prewash, and undercarriage wash to remove material before the main wash cycle. Chassis and undercarriage wash systems are particularly important in cold-climate markets where salt corrosion is a major fleet maintenance issue. Operators serving construction and municipal fleets benefit from sites positioned near material yards, transfer stations, and DOT facilities.
Heavy-duty wreckers and rotators are oversized in every dimension, height, length, and width, and frequently exceed the envelope of even purpose-built large-vehicle systems. Wash bay dimensions, door clearance, and turning radius on approach matter as much for this customer as for the largest semi-trailer configurations. Tow operators are typically scheduled or contract customers rather than walk-in volume, and many run their own internal wash bays for that reason. Facilities that can accommodate the full envelope of a heavy rotator open a customer base that most consumer-spec sites cannot serve.
Buses are large flat-sided vehicles that wash efficiently on drive-through and rollover systems alike. Demand is concentrated at school district yards, public transit agencies, and private coach operators, all of whom typically run scheduled wash programs with consistent monthly volume. Equipment selection often comes down to throughput: a transit agency moving 200 buses through wash on a daily cycle has different requirements than a school district washing the fleet weekly. Several manufacturers in the Wash Systems directory specialize in transit and bus wash specifically.
Designing for Multiple Vehicle Types?
A facility built to wash semi-trucks will handle most large vehicles, but the right equipment configuration depends on which customer mix the site is built to serve. Talk to us about the operating profile before you specify equipment.
Garage keepers liability, commercial property, equipment breakdown, and environmental liability coverage specialists for truck and large vehicle wash operations.
Insurance & Risk
Truck wash insurance is not a single product, it is an assembled program covering garage keepers liability, commercial property, equipment breakdown, environmental pollution liability, and business interruption. Most operators work through a broker who accesses multiple carriers to build that program. This directory is organized by role: program specialists who know the wash industry, environmental liability carriers for the discharge and groundwater exposures unique to truck wash, major carriers for property and equipment coverage, and brokers who can place the whole stack.
Car Wash & Truck Wash Program Specialists
These firms have purpose-built programs for wash facility operations, they understand conveyor tunnels, automated equipment, reclaim systems, and vehicle-in-custody liability in a way that generalist brokers do not. Start here.
McNeil administers one of the most recognized car wash insurance programs in the U.S., the Car Wash Insurance Program (CWIP), bundling property, general liability, garage keepers, equipment breakdown, and business interruption with underwriting specifically calibrated for wash operations including tunnels and in-bay automatics. Their program is underwritten for the mechanical exposure and throughput volumes of commercial wash facilities, making it directly transferable to large vehicle wash operations. McNeil's industry-specific underwriting experience means operators don't have to educate their broker on what a reclaim system is.
(800) 822-3747
Allen Financial operates a dedicated car wash insurance program covering self-serve, exterior, full-serve, in-bay, mobile, and tunnel wash facilities, with property, liability, commercial auto, umbrella, and business income structured as a single coordinated program. Their underwriting familiarity with wash-specific exposures including high-pressure equipment, chemical storage, and vehicle custody makes them a practical starting point for large vehicle wash operators seeking a specialty program rather than a patchwork of standard commercial coverages. Coverage is available nationally through their program platform.
See eqgroup.com
The Allen Thomas Group specializes in insurance solutions tailored specifically for car wash owners and operators across the United States, with programs addressing the full coverage stack including property, general liability, garage keepers, equipment breakdown, and commercial auto. Their wash-industry focus means their brokers understand the operational profile of automated wash equipment, reclaim systems, and fleet customer liability in a way that a general commercial broker will not. Available nationally for wash operators of all sizes.
See website
JMG offers car wash insurance for stand-alone and combined-site operations, with coverage structured around wash-specific liability including machinery malfunction, chemical damage, and vehicle custody during the wash process. Their program is designed for operators who need a broker that already understands what automated wash equipment does and how claims arise, rather than starting from scratch with a commercial lines generalist. Available for both single-site operators and multi-location wash networks.
See website
Kinsale is an E&S (excess and surplus lines) carrier with a Non-Dealer's Garage Liability product that targets full-service car washes, heavy truck service, and other high-hazard garage operations that standard admitted carriers may decline. They can package garage liability with garage keepers and excess limits, fitting large-vehicle wash facilities with non-standard operations, unusual construction, or prior loss history. Access through wholesale brokers; Kinsale is particularly relevant when a truck wash operator can't find coverage in the standard admitted market.
See kinsaleins.com
Federated Insurance focuses on automotive-related businesses with integrated risk management programs, including environmental liability tailored for petroleum and automotive service industries. They are relevant for truck wash operations due to their expertise in discharge compliance and pollution cleanup coverage, and their familiarity with the operational risk profile of fleet-serving automotive service facilities. Federated's programs are written through their direct marketing model with risk management services included.
(800) 533-0472
Sentry has a strong presence in automotive service and fleet-related risks, including garage keepers liability for vehicle handling operations. Their integrated approach to commercial insurance for automotive businesses, combining property, liability, workers' comp, and fleet coverage under one carrier, makes them a practical option for truck wash operators who want simplified program management. Sentry is particularly relevant for facilities that also manage a fleet or have vehicle custody exposure beyond the wash bay itself.
(800) 473-6879
Garage Keepers Liability & Vehicle Custody
When a truck enters your wash bay, it is in your care, custody, and control. Damage to a $200,000 sleeper cab during washing, high-pressure blowout of a mirror, chemical damage to a wrapped trailer, equipment malfunction, is not covered by general liability. Garage keepers legal liability (GKLL) is the specific coverage that addresses this exposure.
Progressive Commercial is a leading provider of garage keepers legal liability for businesses that service large vehicles, making them directly relevant for truck wash facilities that drive customer trucks into bays or are responsible for vehicles while on premises. Their underwriting familiarity with large commercial vehicle operations means they understand the value at risk in a single wash transaction, a standard sedan policy limit is insufficient when the vehicle in the bay is a $200,000 sleeper cab with a loaded 53-foot refrigerated trailer. Coverage is available nationally through their direct and agent channels.
(888) 806-9598
IAT is a transportation-focused carrier that understands the commercial value of the vehicles being washed, making their Non-Trucking Business Auto and General Liability products well-suited for facilities that interface directly with motor carriers. Their underwriting reflects familiarity with the trucking industry's risk profile, which translates to appropriate coverage limits and conditions for truck wash operators rather than coverage sized for passenger vehicle operations. IAT serves commercial operators through a network of appointed agents.
(800) 438-5536
The Hanover has a strong book of business in garage and auto service risks, with garage keepers liability and commercial property coverage written for operations handling customer vehicles. Their middle-market commercial focus makes them well-positioned for the typical single-site or small-chain truck wash operator who needs a carrier with genuine automotive service underwriting experience rather than a standard BOP adapted for a non-standard use. Available through appointed independent agents nationally.
(800) 922-8427
Environmental & Pollution Liability
Truck wash wastewater contains diesel soot, road film, heavy metals, and hydrocarbon residue. A reclaim system failure, a ruptured oil/water separator, or an unpermitted discharge can trigger environmental liability that general liability policies explicitly exclude. Pollution Legal Liability (PLL) is the coverage that fills this gap, and it is a coverage category most wash operators do not have until something goes wrong.
Beazley is a specialty insurer with strong environmental and site-specific pollution liability products, particularly relevant for developers building new truck wash facilities on sites with historical soil or water issues, or for operators with reclaim systems and discharge permits that create ongoing environmental exposure. Their environmental products can address site pollution, contractor exposures during construction, and operational discharge risks from wash water treatment systems. Placed through wholesale brokers with E&S market access.
(860) 677-3700
Great American's environmental division provides site-specific pollution liability, storage tank liability, and contractors' pollution coverage, an important combination for truck wash facilities that have above- or below-ground chemical storage, oil/water separators, and reclaim systems all operating under environmental permits. Their products are designed for industrial and infrastructure-type risks and are available for both new facility development and existing operations adding or upgrading water treatment systems. Placed through appointed brokers.
(513) 369-5000
Zurich's environmental products include site pollution liability and their Environmental Emergency Response (ZEER) program, a gold standard for facilities handling wastewater, providing 24/7 crisis management for chemical spills or environmental regulatory breaches. For truck wash operators with active discharge permits, reclaim systems, and chemical storage, Zurich's environmental coverage addresses the gradual and sudden pollution risks that standard commercial policies exclude. Zurich also has a strong fleet and transportation risk practice relevant to the broader truck wash customer base.
(800) 382-2150
AIG's environmental unit is an industry leader in pollution legal liability, including groundwater contamination, wastewater discharge, and site-specific pollution coverage relevant to truck wash facilities with active reclaim systems and municipal discharge permits. Their products include both site pollution and contractors' pollution liability forms, covering operational discharge risks during truck wash operations and construction-phase environmental exposures during facility development. Available through appointed brokers and wholesale channels for complex or high-exposure risks.
(212) 770-7000
Berkley Environmental is a W.R. Berkley specialty unit with a focus on environmental impairment liability, including wastewater and contamination risks at industrial and infrastructure facilities. Their products are well-suited to truck wash operations with reclaim systems, oil/water separators, and wastewater discharge permits, particularly where the risk of gradual environmental contamination from ongoing wash operations needs to be addressed separately from the standard commercial policy. Placed through wholesale and specialty brokers.
(203) 629-3000
Commercial Property, Equipment Breakdown & Business Interruption
A truck wash is a capital-intensive industrial facility. The wash system, reclaim equipment, pump systems, PLC controls, bay heating, and chemical storage all represent significant replacement value. Equipment breakdown coverage, separate from property insurance, covers mechanical and electrical failure that standard property policies exclude.
CNA offers equipment breakdown coverage that addresses mechanical and electrical failure of wash machinery, including automated wash systems, PLC control panels, high-pressure pump units, and reclaim equipment, which standard property policies explicitly exclude. For large-scale truck wash facilities with complex automation, CNA's equipment breakdown products can cover the repair and replacement costs that represent some of the highest single-incident exposures in the category. CNA also writes broad commercial property and business interruption coverage for service facilities.
(800) 262-2000
The Hartford's Business Owner's Policy is highly customizable for service businesses with high equipment value, and their business interruption coverage is designed to ensure that if a truck wash is shut down by a fire, equipment failure, or other covered event, the operator can continue meeting financial obligations during the restoration period. Their middle-market commercial underwriting experience includes auto service and equipment-intensive businesses, making them a practical carrier for single-site or small-chain truck wash operators seeking strong BI coverage. Available through appointed independent agents.
(860) 547-5000
Travelers is a major carrier for commercial auto and garage coverage frequently used for wash operations handling high-value trucks, with strong property, equipment breakdown, and business interruption products for commercial service facilities. Their scale and financial stability make them a reliable choice for truck wash operators who need a single carrier capable of handling multiple lines, property, liability, garage keepers, and commercial auto, within one coordinated program. Available through appointed independent agents and brokers nationally.
(866) 336-2077
Chubb is a high-end carrier with strong commercial property, equipment breakdown, environmental liability, and business interruption products, making them relevant for larger or higher-value truck wash facilities where standard market limits are insufficient. For a premium truck wash facility with a $3-5 million equipment package and significant environmental exposure from a water treatment system, Chubb can structure a comprehensive program through a sophisticated broker that addresses all major exposure categories with appropriate limits. Available through specialty and middle-market brokers.
(908) 903-2000
Brokers & Wholesale Market Access
Most truck wash operators don't buy insurance directly from carriers, they work through brokers who assemble the program across multiple carriers. These firms have the transportation, automotive service, and environmental expertise to place a complete truck wash insurance program rather than a standard commercial package that leaves gaps.
Ryan Specialty is a wholesale broker providing access to A-rated specialty carriers specifically for transportation and automotive service risks, including high-limit excess liability for truck wash facilities that service national fleets. For truck wash operators whose risk profile, high vehicle values, environmental exposure, industrial equipment, falls outside standard admitted market appetite, Ryan Specialty's wholesale access to E&S carriers is a practical path to complete coverage. Accessed through retail brokers who work with Ryan as their wholesale partner.
(312) 784-6001
Jencap is a wholesale broker and MGA with a strong transportation and garage practice, their appetite includes car washes, heavy truck sales and repair, and other auto-related risks, placing garage keepers, garage liability, and related coverages through multiple carriers. For truck wash operators who need options rather than a single-carrier take-it-or-leave-it, Jencap's wholesale market access provides the ability to compare terms across multiple specialty carriers with genuine truck wash risk familiarity.
See jencapgroup.com
RT Specialty is a major wholesale distributor of specialty insurance with a dedicated environmental and professional liability practice, helping regional truck wash operators find coverage for unique wastewater or site-specific pollution risks that the standard admitted market won't write. Their transportation and garage books of business mean they are familiar with the specific liability profile of large vehicle handling operations, and their E&S market access covers the full range from environmental impairment to high-limit garage keepers. Accessed through retail brokers.
(217) 351-4040
HUB International has strong regional offices across the U.S. with transportation and garage expertise, many HUB offices already handle car wash and auto service accounts and understand how to structure garage keepers and property programs for wash facilities. Their size gives them access to both standard admitted markets and specialty E&S carriers, making them a practical choice for truck wash operators who want a retail broker with genuine automotive service experience and access to multiple markets. HUB has offices in most major U.S. markets.
(312) 279-4800
IMA Financial Group has strong transportation, construction, and environmental risk practices in the central U.S., making them well-positioned to structure insurance programs for truck wash facilities that combine commercial property, environmental liability, and transportation-adjacent risk into a single coordinated program. Their Denver headquarters and regional presence across Colorado, Kansas, and the broader Mountain West makes them a natural fit for BRDG-developed facilities in western markets. IMA is a privately held, independent brokerage with access to both standard and specialty markets.
(303) 534-4567
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