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Man says car damaged at West Bloomfield Township Jax Kar Wash, company says it was a customer-to-customer collision
By NBC at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· June 22, 2026
· 4 min read
An Oakland County man is asking for answers tonight after he says his car was hit with over $600 worth in damages at a Jax Kar Wash. The car wash company says they believe it was a customer-to-customer collision. The man reached out to our Local 4 after we covered a similar story about this happe...
Key takeaway 24th, Steve Rotenberg said he was pulling up for his regular car wash.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The incident at the West Bloomfield Township Jax Kar Wash raises questions about liability and customer safety at local businesses. With the company claiming it was a customer-to-customer collision, it's clear that the issue of responsibility is still unresolved. This case bears resemblance to a similar incident in Chesterfield, suggesting that car washes in the area may need to reexamine their protocols for preventing accidents. The fact that Rotenberg was offered a yearlong free membership by the manager, but not the full compensation for the damages, may indicate a lack of clear policies for handling such situations. As the community continues to rely on local car washes like Jax Kar Wash, it's crucial for these businesses to prioritize customer safety and have transparent procedures in place for addressing accidents and damages. The outcome of this case will likely be closely watched by residents who frequent these establishments.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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