Alibaba-backed Yigongli operates a network of unmanned, low-cost automatic car-wash machines that users operate and pay for with a smartphone app 24/7.
Why
Relatively high price
In China, a manual car wash costs dozens of RMB, and prices are still increasing.
Low efficiency
Manual car washes usually take around 20 minutes and are not available 24/7.
Waste of water
Manual car washes generally use more water than necessary.
Market
RMB 100bn
The estimated value of China’s car wash market by 2022: ASKCI Consulting
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