It’s 3am. The city sleeps. Unluckily for you, you’ve just ran your car past a particularly egregious mud puddle. Fortunately, several spots across the island offer round-the-clock service so you can get that showroom shine whenever the mood strikes. Why wait for the sun to come up? Quickly, pull into one of these locations and get your car back home in pristine condition before your parent/spouse/roommate/friend notices.
01 • Autowash24
Have you ever tried a touchless car wash? Because this technology uses high-pressure water jets and specialised chemicals instead of traditional brushes, it is a fantastic option for those who worry about those tiny swirl marks on their paintwork. Autowash24 operates multiple sites that are fully automated and ready to serve you at any hour of the night. Just drive in and let the machine do the heavy lifting while you stay cool inside the cabin. The entire process is fully automated from front to back, so there’s nothing to fear if you don’t want to explain how your car got its highly specific combination of stains (I’ve been there). Just be sure to have some form of cashless payment ready.
📍 Address: 3020A Ubi Rd 1, #01-38, Singapore 408714
⏰ Opening hours: Open 24 hours daily
🌐 Website: autowash24.com
02 • Day Night Wash by Driveline
After a long drive across the island, your car might need a little extra love. Driveline provides a reliable touchless experience at several industrial hubs. These locations are tucked away in business centres, but they remain accessible to the public all night long. The process here is also completely automated, but if you regularly clean your car, this is a great pick as you can also pick up membership cards that award you extra credit for topping up more than $100.
📍 Address: 18 Kaki Bukit Rd 3, #01-22 Entrepreneur Business Centre, Singapore 415978
⏰ Opening hours: Open 24 hours daily
🌐 Website: daynightautowash.com.sg
03 • SPC and Esso petrol stations
Under the bright fluorescent lights of your local petrol kiosk, you can often find more than just fuel and gas station snacks. Many SPC and Esso stations across Singapore feature automated or manual wash bays that operate 24/7 for your convenience. If you’re already refilling your tank, it makes perfect sense to spend an extra ten minutes getting a quick rinse. Some stations even offer vacuum services during off-peak hours.
📍 Address: Various locations
⏰ Opening hours: Open 24 hours daily
🌐 Website: spc.com.sg
04 • QE Elemech self-service kiosks
Do you prefer the DIY approach? For those who find peace in scrubbing their own wheels (or are maybe just extremely picky), these coin-operated kiosks are scattered throughout various HDB estates. With just a few dollars in change, you get access to high-pressure water guns and soap dispensers that allow you to be as meticulous as you want. Because these stations are located in residential heartlands, they are perfect for a quick midnight wash before you head home. Make sure you don’t miss any spots!
📍 Address: Various HDB blocks (mostly located in north and northeast districts)
⏰ Opening hours: Open 24 hours daily
📞 Contact: 6484 4355
🌐 Website: qe.com.sg
05 • Beaver Self Service
Heartland dwellers love this one. If you’re living near the central area and your car has spent just a bit too much time in the strike zone of our local bird population, just drive down to the nearest multi-storey car park and find one of these machines waiting for you. Beaver’s machines charge based on the time you use them, and include toggles for water, foam, and vacuum, so every aspect of your car wash is in your hands. Or nozzle.
📍 Address: Blk 261A Toa Payoh East, #1A MSCP Deck, Singapore 310261
⏰ Opening hours: Open 24 hours daily
🌐 Website: beaverenergy.com.sg
06 • Shell Boon Lay
Sometimes you just want a name you recognise. Located in the far west, this Shell station is a reliable landmark for those who are heading home late from a gathering or a long day at the office. They offer a manual car wash service that stays open 24/7, unlike many other branches that typically close their wash bays at 9pm. The staff here are quick on their feet, and they will have your car rinsed and dried before you can even finish your snacks from the gas station’s store.
📍 Address: 2 Boon Lay Avenue, Singapore 649960
⏰ Opening hours: Open 24 hours daily
📞 Contact: 6264 2074
🌐 Website: find.shell.com/sg/fuel/10000002-shell-boon-lay-616_01
(Featured photo: Autowash24)
