EWC acquires Cleanland Car Wash

The acquisition strengthens EWC's growing Clean Express Auto Wash brand footprint.

© Cleanland Car Wash

Express Wash Concepts (EWC) announced the acquisition of a Cleanland Car Wash site in Ohio. The move expands EWC's express wash portfolio to 119 locations across six states, operating under five brands. More than 25 additional sites are slated to open or break ground by the end of 2025, including seven new Clean Express Auto Wash locations.

The acquisition strengthens EWC's growing Clean Express Auto Wash brand footprint. The Macedonia site is currently closed and undergoing site and rebranding enhancements, and will reopen on June 6, 2025.

"This acquisition represents a strategic opportunity to grow our regional footprint while reinforcing our commitment to convenience, quality and customer care," said John Roush, Founder and CEO of Express Wash Concepts

Home grown and operated, the Clean Express Auto Wash portfolio includes 45 express car wash locations across Greater Cleveland, Detroit, Pittsburgh and Toledo. Clean Express has repeatedly earned recognition for its high-quality wash experience and overall customer service, including Top Workplaces honors from Cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer.