our history
OCTOBER 5-7, 2026
ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY
CARWASH CON:
ABOUT NRCC
The Northeast Regional Carwash Convention (NRCC) was initiated by a group of carwash operators from Connecticut who in 1988 coordinated a meeting at a New Haven, CT, restaurant adjacent to Yale University inviting the participation of several other East Coast carwash associations. From that meeting, the NRCC was formed and held its first Convention and Trade Show in 1989 in Newport, RI. The show was devised for the benefit of Northeast carwash owner/operators who could not attend the national trade show, and to allow for managers and/or staff to attend as well. The first show provided a forum for education, equipment exhibits and an exchange of ideas and camaraderie among operators and exhibitors.
Today, the NRCC is an alliance of volunteers from five carwash associations: the Connecticut Carwash Association (CCA), New England Carwash Association (NECA), New York State Car Wash Association (NYSCWA), the Car Wash Operators of New Jersey (CWONJ) and the Mid-Atlantic Carwash Association (MCA). The NRCC puts on the Northeast Regional Carwash Convention annually each Fall. This year, the NRCC will be conducting its 34th annual show.
The original intent was to move the show around various Northeast locations. Each year one of the carwash associations would act as the “Host Association.” After a few years it was determined that Atlantic City drew the largest attendance and was usually the most profitable venue. Since then, the majority of the shows have been held in Atlantic City.
Each year the associations rotate who will act as the “Host” association. The Host association is responsible for the majority of the planning, implementation and coordination of the show’s logistics in conjunction with the Trade Show Manager. The other (non-host) associations are responsible for conducting at least one seminar, as well as providing input in the planning of the show.
Depending on the venue, attendance (including exhibitors) has ranged from 500 (in the early years) to as many as 1921 in 2023. The show floor space has expanded to include Hall A and B with more than 386 exhibit booths, and growing. Educational seminars and keynote speakers are first rate and feature professional presenters.
The governing documents, Conflict of Interest Policy and financial statements are available to the public upon request. Inquiries should sent to: info@nrccshow.com
We're powered by the following carwash industry organizations:
Mid-Atlantic Carwash Association
Our goal is to provide pertinent industry education and timely information; monitor legislative activity and protect the best interests of our members; facilitate business between vendors and operators; and improve the image of our industry by increasing consumer knowledge of our professionalism.
New England Carwash Association
The New England Car Wash Association (NECA), founded in 1973, is a not-for-profit trade association that provides networking and educational opportunities, business services and representation, to enhance the professionalism of the car washing industry in New England. We represent the industry in the states of MA, NH, VT, ME and RI.
Car Wash Operators of New Jersey
The Car Wash Operators of New Jersey was founded in 1951 in Newark, New Jersey. The logo on the association’s seal has Excellence, Professional, Quality, Service. This sums up the purpose of our association. As a nonprofit organization, we exist to serve the professional carwash operators in New Jersey and to promote the use of an environmental friendly professional carwash instead of home driveway washing.
New York State Car Wash Association
The New York State Car Wash Association (NYSCWA), Inc. is a not-for-profit trade association serving the needs of professional vehicle wash operators, manufacturers and suppliers throughout New York State. It also has members in some neighboring states as well as manufacturer/supplier members.
Connecticut Carwash Association
The Connecticut Car wash Association (CCA) is a member-driven association. It exists solely to serve members’ needs, protect members’ best interests, and to be responsive to members’ requests. The list of tangible CCA membership benefits is long (and growing), but the list of intangible benefits is even longer.
WHAT WE DO:
Bring Awareness to Carwash TECH
The Northeast Regional Carwash Convention (NRCC) was initiated by a group of carwash operators from Connecticut who in 1988 coordinated a meeting at a New Haven, CT, restaurant adjacent to Yale University inviting the participation of several other East Coast carwash associations. From that meeting, the NRCC was formed and held its first Convention and Trade Show in 1989 in Newport, RI. The show was devised for the benefit of Northeast carwash owner/operators who could not attend the national trade show, and to allow for managers and/or staff to attend as well. The first show provided a forum for education, equipment exhibits and an exchange of ideas and camaraderie among operators and exhibitors.
EVENT DEALS & EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Attendance is mandatory for any carwash on the east coast... Just kidding, but you should come.
