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#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 144 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 64 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 43 min read


🚘 Can a Touchless Car Wash Actually Clean?
If you’ve ever wondered whether a touchless car wash in Maplewood, MN can really get your vehicle clean, you’re not alone. At Rice Street Car Wash, this is one of the most common questions we hear — especially during Minnesota’s salt-heavy winters and muddy spring thaws.
David Knutson
Oct 265 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 133 min read


Free Vacuums with Unlimited Memberships
At Rice Street Car Wash, we’re thrilled to announce a game-changing perk for our Unlimited Wash Club members: FREE vacuums to keep your interior as spotless as your exterior! Paired with daily washes and 50% off additional vehicles on Family Plans
David Knutson
Oct 113 min read


The Magic of Our Green Technology Car Wash Process
Roll into Rice Street Car Wash this month and let our eco-friendly process envelop your car in a cascade of sustainable splendor. Watch as water and foam dance across your hood, revealing a finish so glossy it rivals the St. Paul skyline at dusk. Sign up for our unlimited wash club —complete with protective sealant and Ceramic that makes water bead like diamonds.
David Knutson
Oct 93 min read


Washed Clean - Book 1, Blood in the Bay
Alex Rivera’s truck rattled into Rice Street Car Wash at 1:03 a.m., its headlights slicing through the neon glow of the sign. The place was deserted, save for the hum of the pressure washers and the occasional drip of soap suds. He needed to clean his truck—fast. The delivery job for Tommy had gone south, and the cargo crate in the back had left a sticky, reddish stain on the floorboards. He didn’t ask questions. He never did. But tonight, his hands shook as he fed quarters i
David Knutson
Oct 69 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 42 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 302 min read
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