ZIPS Car Wash announced that they will partner with the local chambers to unveil upgraded locations across Lexington with ribbon-cutting ceremonies, free car washes and free ZIPS swag. Plus, ZIPS will honor local heroes and their families with academic scholarships through their national partnership with Folds of Honor.
“We’re proud to spend 2025 updating locations across the country, implementing improved team member training, and engaging with the communities we serve- all in an effort to deliver the excellent car wash experience that our customers deserve,” said Pete Nani, CEO, ZIPS Car Wash. “Our Lexington locations are the first of 35 stores receiving upgrades and we welcome back our loyal fans to try the new ZIPS experience today,” he added.
“Our teams and vendor partners have worked extensively to upgrade the interior and exterior of four Lexington locations, bringing together an overall improved customer experience for the greater Lexington community,” said Rebecca Latacz, Chief Marketing Officer, ZIPS Car Wash. “We want the local community to experience the upgrades and enjoy a free car wash on us – we believe you’ll see a new shine in our products and services,” she added.
ZIPS is proud to partner with Folds of Honor again this year with a 2025 donation goal of $100,000. In 2024, ZIPS and its loyal customers donated over $92,000 to Folds of Honor to drive academic scholarships to military and first responder families.
On Wednesday, ZIPS will recognize three local students who will be awarded $500 scholarships through ZIPS’ partnership with Folds of Honor at the Ribbon Cutting: Sydney Li Breeze of Lexington, Anthony James "AJ" Swift of Hodgenville, and Stephen Paul Whitehead of Berea. Gabriela Renee Palomo of Vine Grove will be recognized at the Nicholasville Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Thursday.
Sydney is a Sophomore at Ashbury University majoring in Exercise Science. Sydney hopes to become a Physical Therapist and to facilitate the healing process for clients. She enjoys soccer, church, and family time.
AJ is a Sophomore at Campbellsville University majoring in Exercise Science/Physical Therapy. AJ's goal is to graduate with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy and work with athletes. He enjoys fishing, kayaking, soccer, and being outdoors.
Stephen attends the University of Kentucky majoring in Biology on a pre-med track. Stephen wants to become a pediatrician.
Gabriela is a Freshman at the University of Kentucky - Lewis Honors College. She is majoring in Human Health Services. Gabriela intends to go to medical school and become an OB/GYN. She enjoys participating in girls' wrestling, marching band, and student office.
ZIPS customers can make a difference for Folds of Honor families by purchasing a car wash and adding a $1, $3, or $5 Folds of Honor donation to their wash purchase at any ZIPS location or in the ZIPS mobile app. The ZIPS Car Wash app is available for free download from the App Store on IOS and the Google Play Store on Android and is packed with benefits for ZIPS customers including app-exclusive deals on single wash purchases, birthday bonuses, and many more app-only contests and offers.
ZIPS, headquartered in Plano, Texas, is a privately held car wash operator with 200 locations across 20 states under three brands: ZIPS Car Wash, Rocket Express Car Wash, and Jet Brite Car Wash.
ZIPS has downsized in recent months after it successfully emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy through its financial restructuring and appointed a new CEO (Pete Nani, formerly True Blue/Circle K) to lead the company.