Car & Truck Detergents
Different types of vehicles require different detergents.
Hotsy Carlson has a full selection of detergents that are specially formulated for users in the vehicle and transportation industry. Whether clearing away caked on grime from miles and miles on the road, sanitizing surfaces for food transportation or restoring the sheen and shine to make sure your fleet looks its best, you’ll find the right soap for the job with us.
Hotsy Brown
An aggressive detergent, designed for cleaning of commercial fleets, removes carbon stack stain without brushing and cleans and brightens aluminum surfaces without damaging paint. It’s free rinsing, and works well in cold water as well as hot.
Liquid, Available in 5-gallon, 55-gallon or bulk sizes
Hotsy Transport
A highly concentrated liquid, Transport cleans stainless steel, aluminum, glass and painted surfaces with ease. It can be used as a pre-spray for cleaning engines, whitewalls and vinyl, and works in dilution ratios of as much as 100:1. Specially designed for use in pressure washer applications, Transport also works well in high-temperature cleaning.
Liquid, Available in 5-gallon, 55-gallon or bulk sizes
Hotsy Breakthrough
This highly concentrated detergent is effective for tackling crude oil and caked-on buildup of fifth-wheel grease…yet it’s gentle enough for the fine finishes on cars and for general cleaning purposes. Helps restore all types of oxidized paint surfaces.
Liquid, Available in 5-gallon, 55-gallon or bulk sizes
Mighty Red Truck Wash
A high-quality detergent that can be used in all car washing applications, Mighty Red Truck Wash is great for fleet use. Versatile and effective, this detergent is great for delivery vehicles and livery service drivers.
Powdered, Available in 50-, 100- or 400-pound containers
Gold Truck Wash
Gold Truck Wash is a fast-acting car wash detergent, featuring extra film removers and water conditioners added. This cleaning formula also contains extra wetting and foaming agents, helping to deliver a comprehensive and complete clean solution.
Powdered, Available in 50-, 100- or 400-pound containers
Pro’s Choice
A general vehicle wash detergent, Pro’s Choice produces heavy suds, yet is easy to rinse off. Safe for fine finishes, this soap cleans and brightens painted surfaces. Plus, Pro’s Choice also mixes well at all temperatures, making it useful in a range of cleaning applications.
Liquid, Available in 5-gallon, 55-gallon or bulk sizes
Steel Brite
Steel Brite does exactly what it sounds like – it brightens aluminum, steel and other metals. It works by removing oxides, road film and diesel hydrocarbons, leaving behind a refreshed and clean surface. As a highly concentrated blend of acids, it also cleans well without requiring any scrubbing.
Liquid, Available in 5-gallon or 55-gallon sizes
400 Wax
Added to a final rinse, this long-lasting, liquid wax creates a durable finish that improves a vehicle’s
appearance and keeps dirt from adhering to the surface. It gives added protection against salt, air pollution and acid rain. This is a highly economical wax.
Liquid, Available in 5-gallon or bulk sizes
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