Crew Carwash Tops Glassdoor’s 100 Best Places to Work in 2026

Crew Carwash, a family-owned car wash chain based in Indianapolis, ranks No. 1 on Glassdoor’s "100 Best Places to Work in 2026," up from No. 2 in 2025. The honor reflects employee reviews highlighting supportive leadership, career growth, and strong team culture. The company, operating about 55 locations across Indiana and Minnesota, earned a 4.6 out of 5 rating on Glassdoor. Employee feedback emphasized workplace satisfaction and organizational trust. Glassdoor’s annual Employees’ Choice Awards, now in their 18th year, rely on anonymous U.S.-based employee reviews submitted between October 17, 2024, and October 16, 2025. Large companies required at least 75 ratings per category. New entrants to the list include Alaska Airlines (No. 38), Dutch Bros. Coffee (No. 75), and Bath & Body Works (No. 80). Representation from the San Francisco Bay Area fell to 13 companies from 23 in 2025, while New York City rose to 10 from six. Manufacturing and retail gained ground; tech, healthcare, and biotech/pharma saw declines.