Memphis, TN – (November 7, 2024) — ZIPS Car Wash is back with episode 2 of Season 3 of “Car Wash Convos™” today in its popular interview-based video series featuring Chandler Martin, University of Memphis Linebacker. Memphis Tigers in-arena host and returning ZIPS host, Sydney Neely, tackles questions like his favorite summer Olympic sport, his pick for a Memphis air freshener scent and what’s under his driver’s seat. This season, student-athletes across the country are answering fan questions and rapid-fire questions all during a car wash at their local ZIPS.

Don’t miss one of the 18 episodes releasing this season – watch now on YouTube and Instagram and follow @zipscarwash for more authentic student-athlete content.

Rebecca Latacz, Chief Marketing Officer, ZIPS Car Wash: “Chandler is very candid in his interview, which is exactly what we hope to capture in this series. ‘Car Wash Convos™’ is an expression of student-athlete personalities’ and how the school they attend shapes their career and their personal lives. We’re proud to support student-athletes, local universities and our fans as we continue to pull for the home team through our sports marketing efforts." 

Memphis Tiger fans can customize their car wash experience in the new ZIPS mobile app. Click here to download and earn a free wash today.

Who is Chandler Martin? Chandler graduated from Memphis in May 2024 and is currently working on his MBA degree, although he is listed as a redshirt junior in football.

His accomplishments include being named American Athletic Conference defensive player of the week 3 times in 2024 as well as:

• Fourth-Team Preseason All-America (Phil Steele)
• TSWA Defensive Player of the Week (10/29)
• First-Team Preseason All-AAC (Phil Steele)
• Butkus Award Preseason Watchlist
• Bednarik Award Watchlist
• Bronko Nagurski Trophy Preseason Watchlist

 Other awards include:

-  2023 First-Team All-AAC (Phil Steele)

-  2023 First-Team All-AAC

-  2022 Freshman All-America honoree and 1st Team All So-Con while at ETSU

Chandler Martin: “‘Car Wash Convos™’ is such a unique approach to NIL that it made me proud to partner with ZIPS Car Wash. Filming the episode was really fun and a great opportunity for fans to get a glimpse into my personal life.”

Car Wash Convos™

ZIPS student-athlete roster of 18 male and female student-athletes representing six universities for Season 3 were sourced by NIL marketplace leader Opendorse on behalf of ZIPS and Learfield, the school’s athletics multimedia rightsholder which has a national relationship with ZIPS. “Car Wash Convos™” was created in partnership and produced by Learfield Studios, a leader in college athletics original content. Season 1 of “Car Wash Convos™” resulted in more than 4 million impressions and over 2 million video views, and Season 2 boasts over 13 million video views across the 22 episodes representing male and female student-athletes from eight sports.

In the series, student-athletes are interviewed by a host, all of which have strong ties back to their respective universities and the athletics department, and all six hosts have returned for Season 3. In Season 3, ZIPS will highlight nine male and nine female student athletes representing eight sports from the universities of Arkansas, Georgia, Memphis, North Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. 

ABOUT ZIPS CAR WASH

ZIPS Car Wash, headquartered in Plano, Texas, is the largest privately held car wash operator nationwide, operating nearly 280 locations across 24 states under three brands: ZIPS Car Wash, Rocket Express Car Wash, and Jet Brite Car Wash. With 20 years of car washing experience, ZIPS prides itself on providing the highest quality express tunnel car wash in the industry.  ZIPS uses the latest industry technology to provide a clean, dry, and shiny vehicle and exceptional customer experiences every day. The ZIPS team aims to positively impact the communities we live and serve in. To learn more visit www.zipscarwash.com

About LEARFIELD

Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield’s presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors’ Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.