Get Swept Away by the Riptide
Our state of the art, environmentally friendly express wash systems ensure you will hit the road with a clean, dry, and shiny car. With convenient locations located in Virginia and North Carolina and other locations on the way, we are dedicated to providing a positive experience for everyone…all in just 3 minutes!
Fast Pass: The Unlimited Wash Club
Do you like having a clean car? What if you could wash it anytime and not have to worry about if you have the cash to do it? With the Fast Pass, you can wash it once a day, every day of the month and only be charged one time!
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Services Offered at Our North Carolina Locations
Oil Change & Lube
Our Shell Rapid Lube include services using conventional, high-mileage, and synthetic oils. We provide lube services using popular branded oils and sell them by the bottle. Our preventive lube service and maintenance is designed to increase the life of your vehicle. With every full-service oil change performed by Shell Rapid Lube oil change, you will receive a FREE car wash!
NC Vehicle State Inspection
Your next inspection can be performed 90 days before your registration expires. When your vehicle passes inspection, an electronic authorization report will be delivered to the state showing that the vehicle has passed allowing you to register your vehicle. If you try to renew your registration and you have not had your vehicle inspected, the DMV will not process your registration and inform you that an inspection is required to complete the process.
NC Emission Testing
Your next inspection can be performed 90 days before your registration expires. When your vehicle passes inspection, an electronic authorization report will be delivered to the state showing that the vehicle has passed allowing you to register your vehicle. If you try to renew your registration and you have not had your vehicle inspected, the DMV will not process your registration and inform you that an inspection is required to complete the process.
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What Our Customers Are Saying
Cameron, NC — RipTide Car Wash Location
Love this car wash! It’s fast and does a great job. Most of the staff is friendly. Definitely worth getting the monthly membership!
Cameron, NC — RipTide Car Wash Location
A girl I have never seen here before named Kim did the best pre-scrub ever on my wife’s car. I always liked coming here but this was the first time I was so impressed that I had to give you guys 5 stars! Give Kim a raise.Kinston, NC — RipTide Car Wash Location
I love the monthly car wash package very convenient and it’s better than hand washing bags and I plan on using it for as long as possible
Rocky Mount, NC — RipTide Car Wash Location
The staff here is incredibly friendly and helpful. I have two mid level fast passes and am here every few days. Great setup & a clean facility.