{
  "id": 5711478,
  "title": "‘Soapy disco’ for your ride",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/soapy-disco-for-your-ride",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-05T04:16:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/business/2026/09/04/soapy-disco-for-your-ride"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A Winnipeg car wash, Flamingo Express Car Wash, has opened in East Winnipeg, offering an automatic wash and human assistance for customers. Co-owned by 42-year-old Kyle Thompson, the business was born from a high school business plan he developed while working at Chamois Car Wash and Detail Centre. Flamingo opened last month, replacing the full-service car wash model with a 45-meter-long wash tunnel and outdoor stalls for interior cleaning. The business is named after a local bird and decorated with tropical colors, creating a \"soapy disco\" atmosphere. Flamingo also supports local charitable initiatives and employs 17 people.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Flamingo Express Car Wash opens in East Winnipeg",
    "45-meter-long wash tunnel and outdoor stalls",
    "Supports local charities and employs 17 people"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The new car wash's blend of automated and personalized service, themed atmosphere, and community focus sets it apart from traditional models, likely changing customer expectations in East Winnipeg.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}