ZIPS Car Wash was acquired by Flying Ace Express Car Wash on Aug 01, 2025.

Deal Overview
Purchase Date
August 1, 2025
Primary State
Ohio
Sites Bought
3
Site(s)
Deal Value
N/A
Transaction Synopsis

On August 1, 2025, Express Wash Concepts (EWC) completed the grand opening of three newly branded Flying Ace Express car wash locations in Ohio, following a $5+ million capital investment to renovate and rebrand former Zips Car Wash sites. The launch included free promotional washes, discounted unlimited club memberships, and a charitable tie-in, underscoring both EWC’s customer-centric approach and its ongoing strategy to expand Flying Ace’s aviation-themed footprint across the Midwest.

Market Significance
  • Strengthens Flying Ace’s presence in the Greater Cincinnati market, complementing its established Dayton and Richmond, IN network.
  • Demonstrates EWC’s commitment to reinvesting heavily in high-tech, eco-friendly facilities to capture market share.
  • Adds to EWC’s growing portfolio of 123+ express wash sites across six states, with 20+ additional openings planned by year-end.
Client Impact
Management Commentary