Few People Know Washington Was Home To The First Fully Automatic Car Wash In America
By Sherri Adams|Published April 03, 2023
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Sherri Adams is a writer, photographer, and travel enthusiast from the Pacific Northwest. She has always been passionate about writing and the opportunities for connection through the written word. When she’s not writing, you can often find her at the seashore with her toes in the sand and her nose in a book.
There are many interesting facts about Washington that you may or may not be familiar with. Indeed, most folks know Starbucks Coffee started in the Evergreen State. In fact, so did the sporting goods company, Eddie Bauer. That said, few people know Washington was home to the first fully automatic car wash in America.
Since the invention of the automobile, people have been passionate about taking care of their cars.
Necessity is the mother of invention, and as is often the case, businesses looked for ways to make the car washing experience faster and more efficient.
This revolutionary idea was the brainchild of brothers Archie, Dean, and Eldon Anderson. The fully automated system utilized large machinery with soap sprayers, scrub brushes, and air blowers to wash, rinse, and dry cars faster and more effectively than ever before.
Today, the automatic car wash is a staple in towns all over the world.
The next time you drive through a fully automated car wash, remember that this modern convenience got its start with Elephant Car Wash right here in Washington. Do you wash your car by hand, or prefer the convenience of a car wash? Let us know in the comments.
There are many other interesting things about Washington you might not know. Check out our previous article to learn more quirky facts about the Evergreen State.
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