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I've learned in the past few days that the detailing industry is being attacked in various parts of our nation.
Georgia, for example, where the Car Wash industry (could include the local asssoc for the southeast US, I don't know for a fact - SECWA http://www.secwa.org) has been trying to get the legislature to pass a proposal (new law?) to ban home car washing and mobile detailers. I wrote to this assoc. (only two days ago) to see what their position is or if they will deny or play dumb about it. Also, an "inside source" told me that local government now requires a permit to fill pools. They actually banned filling pools for awhile due to the drought, but the public came out in droves, the governor caved and they got their pool water back, for a price. Will they care that their car's will be destroyed by auto car washes and their only options might be to live with it, have them repainted when the paint looks like dung, or buy a new car more often? Could be good for painters and the auto industry.
On a related note: Bayes Cleaners (endorsed by ABC, About.com, QVC and "Living With Ed" "star" Mr. Ed Begley) is promoting a waterless spray car wash (Bayes Waterless Car Wash) that contains polymers (competition for Optimum No Rinse).
That's ok with me, but on their main page and "more info" page about this product they state:
"Washing your car at home requires up to 150 gallons of water per wash, while contaminated water flows down gutters and storm drains to pollute rivers, lakes, and oceans."
Can this exaggeration possibly be a scare tactic?
"For vehicles cleaned with this car care product on a regular basis, we can't say there's any better alternative. It cleans, shines, and protects any vehicle that is regularly washed and cared for. However, if your car is heavily soiled, hasn't been washed in weeks, or has just made a long trip, we'd opt for the automated car wash first."
Ouch! That hits home with me.
Pros
Environmentally safe, non-toxic formula
Made in U.S.A.
Conserves large amounts of water - up to 150 gallons compared to washing at home
Restores vehicle shine
Inexpensive
Cons
Evaporates quickly in hot, dry climates
Not completely effective on very soiled vehicles
Regardless of intentions, I see this marketing strategy and their claims to be a detriment to the detailing industry. I wrote and told them so. I think I'll write to Mr. Begley and ask if he uses it, goes to the local auto car wash, or has his vehicle(s) professionally detailed. hmmm A few other emails to ABC, About.com and QVC may be in order as well.
Needless to say, I won't be buying any of their products or products promoted by these companies. That's about all I can do as a disgruntled consumer.
I'm wondering (and plan to ask by email) what action the NAPDR http://www.detailersassociation.com/ and IDA http://www.the-ida.com/ are doing about these issues?
Is anyone here concerned about these issues? I hear California may be looking at the same fate regarding washing, detailing and other water related businesses and activities.
Wasn't it John Lennon who sang "freedom is just a bunch of people talking"? That doesn't sit well with me either.
Georgia, for example, where the Car Wash industry (could include the local asssoc for the southeast US, I don't know for a fact - SECWA http://www.secwa.org) has been trying to get the legislature to pass a proposal (new law?) to ban home car washing and mobile detailers. I wrote to this assoc. (only two days ago) to see what their position is or if they will deny or play dumb about it. Also, an "inside source" told me that local government now requires a permit to fill pools. They actually banned filling pools for awhile due to the drought, but the public came out in droves, the governor caved and they got their pool water back, for a price. Will they care that their car's will be destroyed by auto car washes and their only options might be to live with it, have them repainted when the paint looks like dung, or buy a new car more often? Could be good for painters and the auto industry.
On a related note: Bayes Cleaners (endorsed by ABC, About.com, QVC and "Living With Ed" "star" Mr. Ed Begley) is promoting a waterless spray car wash (Bayes Waterless Car Wash) that contains polymers (competition for Optimum No Rinse).
That's ok with me, but on their main page and "more info" page about this product they state:
"Washing your car at home requires up to 150 gallons of water per wash, while contaminated water flows down gutters and storm drains to pollute rivers, lakes, and oceans."
Can this exaggeration possibly be a scare tactic?
"For vehicles cleaned with this car care product on a regular basis, we can't say there's any better alternative. It cleans, shines, and protects any vehicle that is regularly washed and cared for. However, if your car is heavily soiled, hasn't been washed in weeks, or has just made a long trip, we'd opt for the automated car wash first."
Ouch! That hits home with me.
Pros
Environmentally safe, non-toxic formula
Made in U.S.A.
Conserves large amounts of water - up to 150 gallons compared to washing at home
Restores vehicle shine
Inexpensive
Cons
Evaporates quickly in hot, dry climates
Not completely effective on very soiled vehicles
Regardless of intentions, I see this marketing strategy and their claims to be a detriment to the detailing industry. I wrote and told them so. I think I'll write to Mr. Begley and ask if he uses it, goes to the local auto car wash, or has his vehicle(s) professionally detailed. hmmm A few other emails to ABC, About.com and QVC may be in order as well.
Needless to say, I won't be buying any of their products or products promoted by these companies. That's about all I can do as a disgruntled consumer.
I'm wondering (and plan to ask by email) what action the NAPDR http://www.detailersassociation.com/ and IDA http://www.the-ida.com/ are doing about these issues?
Is anyone here concerned about these issues? I hear California may be looking at the same fate regarding washing, detailing and other water related businesses and activities.
Wasn't it John Lennon who sang "freedom is just a bunch of people talking"? That doesn't sit well with me either.
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