Our Story

Mission - To provide you with an enjoyable and friendly experience while providing an exceptional car wash and other automotive services.

Three generations of the Bowie family – Founded by Jim Bowie and now operated by his son David and his nephew Michael. Jim opened the Whirlwind Car Wash at H Street in 1950 and built the flagship store on Blackstone in 1965. David recently said, “Dad designed, permitted and built the Blackstone Red Carpet for less than what permits cost today.”

Red Carpet Car Wash facilities in Fresno and Clovis run as total year-round auto care centers that provide car washes, detailing, Quick Lube services, Smog tests and other automotive services.