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Source: https://www.hardwarezone.com.sg/tech-news-karcher-kleanstar-automatic-car-wash-esso-lorong-chuan-price The ongoing labour crunch has forced businesses to look at ways to automate certain aspects of their operations. And for Esso petrol stations, it means the comeback of the automatic car wash. Beginning today, car washes at Esso's Lorong Chuan outlet will be a mostly automated affair thanks to the installation of a Karcher Klean!Star car wash system. Apart from freeing up manpower for other more high-value tasks, the Karcher system is also efficient in its use of water. According to Karcher, its Klean!Star system can recycle as much as 85% of the water used in a wash. The collected water is sent to two holding tanks under the car wash and is then recycled using a Karcher water treatment unit. Karcher claims that in doing so, the system can save 6.57 million litres of water a year (based on 120 car washes a day). Ensuring a thorough wash To ensure a thorough yet scratch-free wash, the system uses specially-designed polyethylene foam brushes that are gentle on the paint. Furthermore, sensors are used to guide and the brushes and the brushes themselves were designed so that they don't trap debris – owners can be assured that the brushes are clean for each wash. Check it out in action above. The wheels are said to be one of the hardest parts of a car to clean and to do that the Klean!Star system has a dedicated wheel wash unit that has integrated high-pressure water jets and sensors to ensure wheels of all sizes are properly cleaned. Finally, after the cars are cleaned, a high-pressure blower is deployed to blow dry the car. Again, sensors are used to ensure the blower follows the contours of the car as closely as possible to ensure proper drying. My thoughts Having seen the system in action, it seems to do a decent job for the price. I saw two cars being washed and they looked fresh after the process. The blow dryer does a fairly good job too. I'd say the cars were about 85% dry after coming out from the car wash. The main advantage of this system is that it ensures consistent performance, as opposed to manual washing where the quality of the wash can differ depending on who's doing the job and at what time of the day. Do I think it's superior to detailing studios or specialised car washing operations? Probably not. A manual wash done by professionals is likely going to yield better results. However, they cost more, take longer, and are often located in places that are not so accessible. At the price, I think it's worth a try to see if it's something that'll work for you. Locations and pricing The Karcher Klean!Star system is currently in operation at Esso Lorong Chuan with more locations coming in the months ahead. Two other locations currently undergoing installation works include Esso Toa Payoh Lorong 2 and Esso Bedok North. They will come online later this year. Prices of a wash start at S$11 for a regular sedan.

Hi DIY detailing peeps !! From Paint Correction to Regular Interior & Exterior Wash, What are some products/tools you guys use ? Lifehacks?😁 Been trying to "detail" myself for this year or so, here is my experience in condo basement carpark !! Any advice from more experienced bros are greatly appreciated !! Power socket : Yes (Although im not sure if its allowed to be used lol) Water Supply : Plain old tap with bucket (cant connect hose...) Pressure Washer : Worx Hydroshot 20v - Honestly the Worx HS is fine, but abit greedy for more power, especially for use with foam cannon. Tried diluting HS Foam dispenser for 1:5, half the car always finish... like waste - considering Karcher K5 Full Control & MJJC Foam Cannon !! (although i better check the usage of power socket with condo MA)... - Rinse , Foam & 2 Bucket with Mitt 😉 Polisher : Makita 9237C Rotary (Any bros interested to buy over, let me know !! used 2 times lol) - Tried doing by car hood, quite like the outcome... But honestly i gave up doing it myself for Paint Correction - Wah... but me doing in condo basement... its like got echoes... So loud !! Smooth power though... and my stamina got to me after 1 hood... lol - Dont mind trying DA, But seems so expensive !! Seen the FLex one Auto Maxima selling for $1400.... Also considered the Megs DA Powerdrill thingy.. but replacement pads seem like an issue - End up the next few days did part by part by hand... use the Makita neighbours all see me like zoo animal !! Products (Shampoo, Polish, Wax, Compound, Towels) : - Megs Wash & Wax Shampoo (in Worx HS) , Autoglym SRP, 3M Rubbing Compound, Megs Ultimate Compound, Soft 99 Wax (S99 wax makes my finger smell for the whole damn day !!) Megs All Wheel Cleaner, Megs Interior Detailer, Megs Ultimate Quik Detailer - Am personally a fan of Meguiar's stuff.. Tried Armorall is meh... Dont mind trying Turtle Wax, Adams, Sonax, Autoglym and especially Chemical Guys !! (Although Adams, CG seems quite rare & expensive in SG) Interior Trim : Currently using a makeup brush to brush the dust together with my Dyson V11... Once in awhile Brush in Dettol diluted Antiseptic (yes no joke) and wipe with MF towel.. Thinking to Invest in Wet & Dry Vac like Karcher WD3 to suck up all the solution and dust !!😆 Also, Considering a Karcher SC2 for better faster better cleaning, and can use in the house too !! Finish off with Megs Interior Detailer !! Leather : Vacuum crevices, Brush leather&vinyl cleaner with shoe brush, Wipe with MF, Wipe again with Dettol, Finish with Megs Int Detailer... Carpets : Vacuuuum all the way.... once awhile brush stuborrn stuff.... Wanna get a drill brush with Carpet Cleaner to Brush in and Suck out with W&D Vac !! Thanks for reading till this point if you made it 😉 Any advice is appreciated... Share your favourite Techniques and Products too !! Till then, Drive safe...

Anyone using or used this before? Thanks in advance.