Carfume launches world’s first luxury car fragrance vending machine after six month trial
Carfume is laying claim to the world’s first vending machines for luxury car fragrances. Available to purchase now, these stock the full range of Carfume’s fragrances, including limited edition products.
Following a six-month trial, it has inked an exclusive three-year partnership with Moto to expand the machines nationwide.
There are currently 23 vending machines at Moto service stations around the UK, with plans to launch another 100 across more service stations, shopping centres, and other high traffic locations in 2026. Priced at £4.95, the fragrances have been selling around 10,000 units per month.
Sean Mallon, Carfume CEO, says: “This is a truly unique retail innovation; no other global brand has launched a dedicated vending concept for luxury car fragrances. Our partnership with Moto allows us to bring convenience, exclusivity and a little indulgence to drivers all across the UK."
“We are continuously expanding, and our partnership with Moto is a huge step forward in our success. After seeing the demand for these products during the trial period, we knew it was time to expand our operations, and we hope to increase our presence even further next year.”
In addition to the Moto partnership, Carfume is also stocked nationally in the likes of Halfords, The Range, B&M, and Asda.
2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS
Self-service solutions were a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.
We received a record number of entries and many fantastic examples of the continued resilience and dynamism of the retail space during hugely challenging times.
For a full rundown of all of the shortlisted entries, click here.
Our 2025 hall of fame entrants were revealed during a sold out event which took place at The HAC in Central London on 16th October and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by award winning comedian, actress and writer Tiff Stevenson.
In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “This is the awards’ fifth year as a physical event. We started off with just 30 people at the South Place Hotel not far from here, then moved to London Bridge Hotel, then The Barbican, and last year RIBA’s HQ in the West End.”
“But I’m conscious of the fact that, to quote the legend that is Taylor Swift, You’re only as hot as your last hit, baby. So, this year we’ve moved to our biggest venue yet, and also pulled in our largest number of entries to date and broken attendance records.”
He added: “This year’s submissions have without doubt been our best yet. To quote one of the judges: The examples of innovative developments across both traditional and digital retail spaces were truly remarkable.”
Congratulations to our winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Tiff Stevenson, and all those who attended our 2025 gathering.
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