Nothing beats the feel of going for a drive in a clean, shiny vehicle. When your favorite ride looks good, you feel good, knowing that you will arrive at your destination in style.
Unfortunately, many people have a hard time finding the time to keep their vehicles clean. Busy schedules override drivers’ desires to give their cars and trucks the TLC needed to keep them looking their best.
Fortunately, there is a solution to this problem, and it is conveniently located on Rockland Road in Hendersonville – Camel Express Car Wash.
Camel Express was founded in 2016 by CEO Read Hauck, who recognized the need for a fast, affordable and convenient car wash service in the Nashville area.
“When I began exploring the possibility of opening my own business, I immediately thought of creating a high-quality car wash,” says Read. “I opened the first Camel Express location in Nashville in 2016.”
Since then, Camel Express has continued to expand, and the operation now has five locations across Middle Tennessee. The company opened its Rockland Road location in Hendersonville in 2023. Since then, the business has become the go-to destination for premium car washing.
“We are a people-focused organization. The care and concern for each member of our team is genuine and heartfelt, no matter the position or time spent with us,” says Brand Director Sarah Parker-Masse. “Our core values – safe, caring and fun – drive every choice we make. Those three words represent who we are and describe the tone of our culture perfectly.”
Many businesses “talk the talk” about supporting their employees and the community but often fail to “walk the walk.” However, that is not the case with Camel Express.
“Our initial company vision was ‘To create a culture that inspires people to make positive impacts on their lives & our communities’,” says Sarah. “However, our vision evolved this past year as the initial guidepost was woven into the fabric of who we are as a company. We live and breathe the words of our founder Read, who said, ‘Do good for people, Period.’”
True to its mission, Camel Express instituted a program called the Camel Cares fund. While the fund began in 2016, the program was formalized in 2021.
“Our Camel Cares program is an employee funded team benefit that supports employees in their moments of need,” says Sarah. “Camel Cares requests can be made for anything our team members require. Some recent examples of requests that were funded include eyeglasses, tires, a prom dress, auto repairs, roof replacement, Christmas gifts and groceries for an extended family member.”
Any team member can submit a Camel Cares request by submitting a form for approval. All requests for support are reviewed by the Camel Express senior management team, and most requests within reason are approved.
Although donating to the Camel Cares fund is voluntary, overall participation is nearly 100%. Participating employees can donate as little as $1 per paycheck, with many team members choosing to donate much more. Total donations have grown from $8,777 in 2021 to $43,942 in 2024.
Along with its employee support program, Camel Express is also committed to giving back to the community by supporting selected local nonprofits and special causes.
“When needs are apparent in the communities in which we serve, we tend to act,” said Sarah. “We do not set a donation target each year, and we do not limit ourselves to any fixed amount. For example, in Hendersonville in 2023, we donated the proceeds of our annual October Haunted Car Wash program to Grace Place Ministry, and in 2024, we organized a food and supply drive to support the victims of the devastating floods in East Tennessee and beyond. Our 2025 partner will be selected later this year.”
Soon, Camel Express will offer customers an option to support local schools through an onsite fundraising programs. Once formalized, the program details will be available from area schools.
So, the next time your vehicle needs cleaning, head over to Camel Express and help them support our community.
Camel Express Car Wash
379 Rockland Road,
Hendersonville, TN 37075
615.469.2227
"We are a people-focused organization. The care and concern for each member of our team is genuine and heartfelt, no matter the position or time spent with us."
"Our mission is to 'Deliver the greatest car wash experience, every single time' — car washing is why we are here and what we do best, and a people focused company is who we are. Our core values drive every choice we make."