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How to Clean Your WeatherTech Rubber Mats Like a Pro
WeatherTech mats are built to battle Minnesota’s toughest elements—blizzards, slush, or summer dirt from Como Park picnics. Their deep grooves and high edges trap grime like a fortress, but that means they need regular cleaning to stay effective. Our self-serve bays are the perfect arena to blast away salt, mud, and debris, ensuring your mats look as ruggedly handsome as the day you bought them.
David Knutson
Dec 27, 20253 min read


Touchless Car Wash Near Me: Why No-Brush Washing Is Better for Your Paint
Looking for a touchless car wash near you? Learn why no-brush washing protects your paint and why St. Paul drivers choose Rice Street Car Wash.
David Knutson
Dec 25, 20253 min read


#6 - The Role of Water Quality in a Perfect Car Wash
Water may seem simple, but in car washing, not all water is created equal.The quality of the water running through your wash system determines whether your car leaves spotless or streaked, shiny or dull.
At Rice Street Car Wash in St. Paul, Minnesota, we use carefully treated, softened, and filtered water in every stage of our touchless wash process — because even the best soap or wax can’t work properly without it.
David Knutson
Dec 22, 20253 min read


Why Our Petit 360 Touch-Free Automatic Wash Handles Trucks & SUVs Better Than the Competition
At Rice Street Car Wash, we know your vehicle isn’t always a standard sedan — whether it’s a tall SUV, big pickup, work van or even a family hauler with roof racks, you want the wash to handle it confidently. That’s why our automatic bay is equipped with the industry-leading Petit Accutrac® 360-series system — and here’s exactly why that matters for larger vehicles.
David Knutson
Dec 6, 20253 min read


Pros and Cons of Installing Winter Tires for Minnesota Winters
As winter’s icy grip tightens around the crossroads of St. Paul, Maplewood, and Roseville, Minnesota’s roads transform into a treacherous mix of snow, ice, and slush, testing every driver’s mettle. One question echoes through the frosty air: Should I install winter tires?
David Knutson
Dec 2, 20254 min read


🇸🇴 Nadiifinta Baabuurka ee Ugu Fiican – Touch-Free & Self-Serve | Rice Street Car Wash
Rice Street Car Wash waxa ay bixisaa adeegyo nadiifin degdeg ah, jaban, oo tayo sare leh, oo la jaan qaadaya cimillada adag ee Minnesota — milixda jiilaalka, boodhka dhismayaasha, dhoobada gu’ga, iyo cayayaanka ku dhegga bumper-ka xagaaga.
David Knutson
Dec 1, 20254 min read


Kev Ntsaub Tsis Siv Txhuam (Touch-Free) Ua Tsheb Dawb ntawm
Tsis yooj yim los khaws koj lub tsheb kom huv nrog huab cua hloov ceev ntawm Minnesota — los ntawm kev hle ntsev thaum lub caij ntuj no mus rau kev ntub dej lossis av txhuv thaum lub caij nplooj ntoos hlav lossis nag. Yog li ntawd hauv Rice Street Car Wash peb tau nqis peev rau hauv lub tshuab automatic tshiab — Petit i360 touch-free — uas tso cai rau koj lub tsheb huv thiab ci, tsis muaj ib qho txhuam uas kov koj cov xim.
David Knutson
Nov 28, 20253 min read


Lavados automáticos sin contacto en Rice Street Car Wash
Mantén tu auto limpio todo el año con el lavado automático sin contacto de Rice Street Car Wash en St. Paul, Minnesota. Conoce nuestros paquetes Diamond, Gold, Silver y Basic, planes ilimitados desde $20/mes, aspiradoras GRATIS y 50% de descuento en planes familiares.
David Knutson
Nov 28, 20253 min read


How Regular Washing Protects Your Car from Road Salt
Minnesota road salt causes rust, corrosion, and underbody damage. Learn how regular washing protects your vehicle and how Rice Street Car Wash helps you remove salt fast and affordably all winter long.
David Knutson
Nov 27, 20252 min read


Is It Ever Too Cold to Wash Your Car? Not at Rice Street Car Wash!
❄️ Too cold to wash your car? Not at Rice Street Car Wash!
Our Petit 360 Automatic and self-serve bays stay open down to –20°F, melting away road salt and protecting your car from rust.
👉 Drive the shine—defy the cold! www.ricestreetcarwash.com
David Knutson
Nov 20, 20253 min read


#3 - The Science of Shine: From Carnauba Wax to Ceramic & Graphene Protection at Rice Street Car Wash
Here in St. Paul, Minnesota, winter salt, spring mud, and summer UV rays test every car’s finish. At Rice Street Car Wash, we’ve learned that great protection doesn’t come from one miracle product — it’s about understanding the chemistry behind each option.
From classic carnauba waxes to modern ceramic and graphene sealants, every generation of car-care chemistry has built on the one before it — getting glossier, stronger, and longer lasting.
David Knutson
Nov 14, 20254 min read


Tips on How to Properly Maintain Your Car During Harsh Minnesota Winters
Minnesota winters test every car. Learn how to prepare your vehicle for snow, ice, and salt with our winter maintenance checklist—and find three reliable local repair shops near Rice Street Car Wash to help you stay on the road all season.
David Knutson
Nov 11, 20253 min read


#2 - The Power of Presoak: How the First Step in Your Car Wash Does the Heavy Lifting
Learn how high- and low-pH presoaks at Rice Street Car Wash loosen road film, salt, and grime before washing — the chemistry that makes touchless cleaning work in Minnesota.
David Knutson
Nov 9, 20253 min read


🚘 Touch-Free Automatic Wash Packages at Rice Street Car Wash
Keeping your car clean in Minnesota’s ever-changing weather isn’t easy — from salty winter roads to muddy spring streets. That’s why at Rice Street Car Wash , we’ve invested in a state-of-the-art Petit i360 touch-free automatic system that gives your vehicle a spotless, high-gloss shine without a single brush ever touching your paint. Whether you visit once in a while or wash daily, our four car wash packages are designed to give you the exact level of clean and protecti
David Knutson
Nov 6, 20254 min read


Myth Busted: Rain Doesn’t Wash Your Car
Rain might seem like nature’s rinse, but it’s more like a dirty trick. As rain falls through the air, it picks up pollutants, dust, and pollen, turning into a gritty shower that clings to your car’s paint. On the roads of St. Paul, Maplewood, and Roseville, rain mixes with road grime, oil, and salt residue, leaving a streaky, spotty mess that can harm your vehicle’s finish.
David Knutson
Nov 4, 20253 min read


Busting Winter Car Care Myths
As winter’s icy claws grip the roads at the crossroads of St. Paul, Maplewood, and Roseville, your car battles a relentless storm of snow, salt, and slush, its sleek lines buried under a gritty, frosted veil. At Rice Street Car Wash, we hear a familiar question echo through the frosty air: How do I protect my car in this Minnesota cold? Myths about winter car care swirl like snowflakes in a blizzard, misleading drivers. Fear not!
David Knutson
Oct 23, 20253 min read


Tips and Tricks for Cleaning the Inside of Your Car
Dust, fingerprints, and UV rays can leave dashboards and door panels looking tired. Meguiar’s and Mothers interior cleaners and protectants restore shine while adding a protective layer.
David Knutson
Oct 20, 20253 min read


How to Save Money at the Car Wash
As you cruise through the vibrant crossroads of St. Paul, Maplewood, and Roseville, your car battles Minnesota’s relentless elements—winter salt, summer pollen, or muddy backroads—that threaten to dull its shine. Keeping your ride gleaming shouldn’t drain your wallet, though. At Rice Street Car Wash , we make car care affordable with our Petit 360 Automatic Car Wash , self-serve bays ($4 for 4 minutes), and exclusive membership perks like 50% off Family Plans and free vac
David Knutson
Oct 13, 20253 min read


Discover the Power of Our Petit 360 Automatic Touch-Free Car Wash
Picture this: your car, caked in gritty Minnesota road salt and urban dust, rolls into Rice Street Car Wash under a crisp St. Paul sky. As you pull up, the Petit 360 Automatic Touch-Free Car Wash hums to life, ready to transform your ride from grimy to gleaming. This isn’t just a car wash—it’s a high-tech spectacle that leaves your vehicle sparkling like it just rolled off the lot.
David Knutson
Oct 4, 20252 min read


The Benefits of a Rice Street Car Wash Membership
If you live in St. Paul, Maplewood, Little Canada or Roseville, MN, you know how quickly your car can get dirty. Road salt in the winter, dust and construction in the summer—it never ends. That’s why more and more drivers are turning to unlimited wash memberships at Rice Street Car Wash.
Not only do memberships save you money, they also make it easier than ever to keep your car looking sharp all year long.
David Knutson
Sep 30, 20252 min read
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