Haunted car washes emerge as seasonal Halloween attractions in the U.S

Haunted car washes are emerging as a seasonal Halloween attraction across the United States. These drive-through experiences involve customers remaining in their vehicles while moving through a wash tunnel at reduced speeds to encounter costumed performers and decorations.

Tommy's Express car washes operates 131 ‘Tunnels of Terror’ locations nationwide. In Washington state, locations in Everett and Union Gap are hosting events throughout October. Other regional options include the Classy Chassis Haunted Car Wash in Tacoma, California.

In New Jersey, Team Car Wash has partnered with the Play Theater of Union County to offer a haunted experience in Westfield. This attraction provides both ‘spooky’ and ‘silly’ options for visitors, with the company reporting that over 3,000 cars have participated in the seasonal event over the last five years.