International Carwash Association Names Rich DiPaolo Editor-in-Chief of CAR WASH Magazine™

The International Carwash Association (ICA) has named Rich DiPaolo as Editor-in-Chief of CAR WASH Magazine™, the association’s flagship publication covering the car wash industry.

DiPaolo brings more than 15 years of experience covering the professional car wash industry and over 25 years of experience in B2B media, content and editorial leadership. In his new role, he will oversee editorial strategy and content development for CAR WASH Magazine™, delivering industry news, insights and thought leadership for ICA members and the broader car wash community.

Most recently, DiPaolo served as associate publisher – editorial for Professional Carwashing & Detailing magazine and Carwash.com. During his time in the market, he led editorial coverage of industry trends, innovations and business strategies impacting operators and suppliers. DiPaolo was also the former host of the podcast Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, where he interviewed industry leaders and innovators from across the sector.

“I’m honored to join ICA and lead the editorial voice of CAR WASH Magazine™ at such an exciting time for the industry,” said DiPaolo. “The car wash industry continues to innovate and evolve, and I’m looking forward to sharing the stories of operators, suppliers and leaders who are driving that progress.”

In this role, DiPaolo will oversee the editorial vision for CAR WASH Magazine™, ensuring the publication continues to deliver high-value content and perspectives to the global car wash community.

“Rich brings deep knowledge of the car wash industry and a strong editorial perspective to CAR WASH Magazine™,” said Eric Wulf, ICA’s CEO. “His experience covering this industry makes him well positioned to lead the publication and continue delivering valuable insights to our members and subscribers.”

About ICA
International Carwash Association (ICA) is the nonprofit organization representing the car wash industry in the United States and uniting it around the world. Its members own, operate or support nearly every car wash business in dozens of countries. ICA offers the world’s largest car wash events and exhibitions, the leading online manager training program (LEAD™), news and inspiration through CAR WASH Magazine™ and a variety of industry research products (CAR WASH Pulse™).