Tommy’s Express Car Wash has been named #1 in the car wash category in Entrepreneur Magazine’s highly competitive Franchise 500® list and ranked #52 overall, landing in the top 4% of all brands recognized.

Tommy’s Express is proud to be recognized for the fourth year in a row, making significant advances on the list year-over-year.

2021: #370

2022: #148

2023: #90

2024: #52

Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® is the world’s first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. For 45 years, landing a spot on the Franchise 500® has been a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry, highlighting a brand’s strength and stability for potential franchisees.

“Every brand on the Franchise 500 has its own unique story, but they all collectively make the same statement: Franchising is strong and resilient, is full of innovation and opportunity, and provides a powerful entrepreneurial path for many people,” said Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine. “Our 45th annual ranking is full of companies with fresh ideas, exciting business models, cultural sway, and the kind of business sophistication that will define the next 45 years and beyond.”

“It’s an honor to be a part of Entrepreneur Magazine’s prestigious list and to be ranked #1 in the car wash services category,” said Alex Lemmen, chief executive officer of Tommy’s. “Tommy’s Express Car Wash is our company’s way of sharing success with others, to help them enrich lives, add value, and serve their local communities. Growth and opportunity keep us striving ahead as we are filling a serious gap in service offering around the world.”