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.
Membership is available to any individual, partnership, corporation, or firm operating a vehicle care establishment in New England, and to any person or firm or corporation that sells car wash or business supplies, services, or equipment to vehicle care establishments in our region.
Developed at 2016 Strategic Planning
Mission: We connect car wash professionals to promote and protect our industry
Vision: Drive more consumers to use professional car washes
Goal One: Create a NECA-led consumer marketing program
To build our industry and association brand, educate various publics, provide a service to the industry, attract members
Goal Two: Improve Infrastructure and processes for all stakeholders
To enhance communications between leaders, our membership and the public
Goal Three: Develop/improve educational opportunities for members, directors and consumers
Get to know your individual board members, they are here to support you the car washing professional by providing an invaluable source of knowledge and expertise.
Click for the 2023 Board of Directors here
It takes many people to accomplish all we do each year. Whether you've just an hour a year or an hour a month, getting involved will enhance the value of your membership and introduce you to new members.
NECA Committee Structure focuses on four main operational areas:
List of the NECA past presidents dating back to 1973 when a group of local industry visionaries, formed and incorporated the New England Carwash Association