Columbus-founded company marks major growth milestone with free washes, family festivities and community giving Oct. 16-25

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Express Wash Concepts (EWC), one of the nation’s leading express car wash operators, is celebrating a milestone 150th location with the grand opening of its newest Moo Moo Express Car Wash at 6285 Cleveland Ave. in Columbus.

The milestone brings EWC’s growth story back to where it began. Founded in Columbus in 2009 with a single Moo Moo Express Car Wash, EWC has grown into a multistate organization operating five award-winning express car wash brands across six states. Fittingly, the milestone opening also marks Moo Moo Express’ 40th Central Ohio location, while EWC’s growing network gives Wash Smart Unlimited Club members the convenience and value of washing at any location with one membership.

“Reaching 150 locations is a defining moment for EWC, but what makes it especially meaningful is celebrating it here in Columbus, where everything started,” said John Roush, founder and CEO of Express Wash Concepts. “What began with one Moo Moo has grown into a company serving communities across six states, and that growth has been made possible by our people, our customers and the communities that continue to welcome us. We’re proud of how far we’ve come, but even more excited about where we’re headed next.”

The Cleveland Avenue grand opening represents EWC’s milestone 150th location, with 148 locations operational at the time of the celebration. An additional 14 locations are currently under construction throughout the EWC portfolio and scheduled to open by the end of 2026, continuing the company’s rapid growth across its six-state footprint.

10 Days of Free Washes and Grand Opening Specials
To celebrate, the new Cleveland Avenue Moo Moo Express will offer free Ceramic 4 Ultra signature washes (a $26 value) from Oct. 16-25. Guests may also join the Wash Smart Unlimited Club at 50% off for the first three months on the Ceramic 4 Ultra package.

For every new Ceramic 4 Ultra membership purchased during the celebration, Moo Moo Express will donate $10 to Wagons Ho Ho Ho, a Central Ohio nonprofit dedicated to bringing hope and happiness to children and families in need by providing wagons filled with gifts and essential items during the holiday season.

Customers can also purchase a $50 Moo Moo Express gift card for $25, with 100% of gift card proceeds benefiting Wagons Ho Ho Ho. Together, the promotions give customers an opportunity to save while supporting local children and families during the holiday season.

A Milestone Celebration for the Whole Family
The milestone celebration officially kicks off Friday, Oct. 16, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at noon, followed by family-friendly activities, local food and special giveaways.

In honor of EWC’s 150th-location milestone, the first 150 customers through the wash on grand opening day will receive $5 in Roosters Bucks and a coupon for a free scoop from Johnson’s Real Ice Cream. The first 150 customers to sign up for an Unlimited Wash Club membership will also receive a complimentary Moo Moo branded HOMAGE T-shirt or sweatshirt while supplies last.

The celebration will feature a larger-than-life, 15-foot Johnny Moo, festive balloon décor and Highland cows and goats from Picture Perfect Mobile Petting Zoo. Guests can enjoy Roosters Food Truck and Columbus Coffee Co. and play Plinko for opportunities to win Moo Moo merchandise, memberships and sports partnership prizes.

The celebration continues through Oct. 25. During the final weekend, Oct. 23-25, remaining Moo Moo branded HOMAGE T-shirts will be available for purchase for $5 and sweatshirts for $10, with all proceeds added to Moo Moo’s donation to Wagons Ho Ho Ho.

Growing From One Moo to 150
Since opening its first Moo Moo Express Car Wash in Columbus in 2009, EWC has remained focused on its mission of Enhancing People, Communities and Cars Through the Power of Clean. The company continues to expand through new development and acquisitions while investing in its people, customer experience and the communities it serves.

Homegrown and locally operated, Moo Moo Express offers state-of-the-art wash technology, complimentary professional-grade vacuums and award-winning customer service, with every wash backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. The popular Wash Smart Unlimited Club enables members to easily clean and protect their vehicles while enjoying the convenience and value of truly unlimited washing at any Express Wash Concepts location.

Moo Moo Express Car Wash 150th Location Celebration
6285 Cleveland Ave. Columbus, OH 43231
Ribbon cutting: Friday, Oct. 16, at noon
Free washes and grand opening celebration: Oct. 16-25

About Express Wash Concepts:
Express Wash Concepts (EWC) operates 148 award-winning express car wash locations across six states under the following brands: Moo Moo Express Car Wash, Flying Ace Express Car Wash, Clean Express Auto Wash, Green Clean Express Auto Wash and Bee Clean Express Car Wash. EWC brands feature fast, high-quality and environmentally friendly express tunnel wash experiences and free vacuums. The company’s popular Wash Smart Unlimited Club packages offer members the convenience and value of truly unlimited washing at any location. For more information, visit www.expresswashconcepts.com or view EWC’s history here.

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