Autobell Car Wash is proud to award educational scholarships to 158 team members across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware for the 2025–26 academic year, with this year’s gifts totaling $150,000.
Created to recognize the notable achievements of team members while encouraging continued education, the Autobell Car Wash Scholarship Program has provided more than $2.4 million in funds to over 2,200 recipients since its launch in 2000.
“We’re continually inspired by the drive, dedication, and community spirit of our young team members. Supporting their academic goals is a privilege, and we’re committed to providing a culture that values learning and personal development,” said Katie Sens, Autobell Director of Human Resources. “Our flexible scheduling makes Autobell a top choice for high school and college students, enabling them to focus on their education and extracurricular pursuits.”
The scholarship selection process reviews students’ academic diligence, extracurricular activity, civic engagement, and leadership potential. In addition to gathering letters of recommendation from teachers, coaches, and community leaders, applicants also submit an essay exploring an educational or creative aspect of their Autobell employment experience.
ABOUT AUTOBELL
Celebrating 56 years of service, Charlotte, NC-based Autobell Car Wash remains unwavering in its focus on customers and the cars they love. Founded in 1969 by the late Charles Howard Sr., Autobell is privately held and operated by subsequent generations of the Howard family.
Autobell is a conveyorized car wash with a range of exterior and interior cleaning and finishing services completed by its team members within minutes, saving customers time and effort. The company currently operates 91 locations in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, with consistent expansion.
Autobell Car Wash services range from full-service cleaning with interior and exterior finishing options completed by Autobell team members within minutes, to exterior-only washes that cater to customers’ daily needs.
The company offers multi-level UnlimitedSM car wash plans that provide unlimited washes for a set monthly charge, as well as the Autobell App that allows customers to pre-purchase washes and skip the line while earning My Autobell Rewards.
Autobell prioritizes team member training and development, community involvement, its scholarship and fundraising programs, and environmental protection and conservation. All Autobell car washes treat 100% of wash water used and recycle up to 100% using innovative, environmentally friendly systems.
For more information, visit autobell.com.
