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Valvoline Inc. reports developments tied to its preventive automotive maintenance business, which operates and franchises service centers in the United States and Canada. The company’s updates center on Valvoline Instant Oil Change service centers, stay-in-your-car oil changes, manufacturer-recommended maintenance services such as wiper replacements and tire rotations, and the performance of its company-operated and franchised store network.
Valvoline announcements include quarterly financial results, system-wide same-store sales, new-store contributions, franchise-system recognition, customer-service ratings, and community programs under the company’s Happy to Help charitable giving initiatives. Updates also cover investor webcasts and strategic commentary on network growth, store productivity, and service offerings for changing vehicle maintenance needs.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced that Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Great Canadian Oil Change service centers raised $1.8 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals on January 7, 2026, a nearly 40% increase versus 2025.
Funds came from guest donations at service, corporate fundraising, and franchisee contributions to support local children’s hospitals. The campaign reinforces Valvoline’s 16-year partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, bringing the company’s cumulative contribution to nearly $10 million. The effort is part of Valvoline’s broader community-impact program, Happy to Help, focused on children’s health and mental well-being.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) launched the “Instant Transfer Portal” marketing campaign to invite drivers to switch providers with an instant oil change offer. The campaign, running throughout January, reimagines the college transfer portal concept to highlight Valvoline Instant Oil Change’s speed, convenience, and 40-year history.
Developed with agency Betty, the effort features Ohio State players Carnell Tate and Luke Montgomery as spokespeople and uses NIL-style promotion across social and national platforms. Visit vioc.com to find locations.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced that Great Canadian Oil Change ranked highest among aftermarket service facilities in J.D. Power’s 2025 Canada Customer Service Index – Long-Term Study for the second consecutive year.
The 2025 study surveyed nearly 10,000 vehicle owners from March through June and scored Great Canadian Oil Change 830/1,000. The long-term study measures service usage and satisfaction for vehicles aged 4–12 years.
Valvoline owns and franchises 133 locations across five Canadian provinces; each center offers stay-in-your-car oil changes in about 15 minutes plus preventive services such as tire rotations, fluid exchanges, and battery replacements.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) released results of its 2025-2026 winter driving preparedness survey on December 15, 2025, reporting that 62% of drivers experienced a cold-weather breakdown at least once and 58% have lost control, slid, or spun out while driving in winter conditions.
The survey found one in four drivers say they could wait less than an hour for help if stranded in a snowstorm. Valvoline Instant Oil Change recommends winter maintenance steps including: checking battery health and tire tread, replacing worn wiper blades, topping off antifreeze and washer fluid, and carrying an emergency kit.
The release emphasizes preventive maintenance and directs drivers to vioc.com to find a nearby Valvoline Instant Oil Change location.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced that Valvoline Instant Oil Change ranked #16 and was the top automotive retailer on Yelp’s “Most Loved Brands” list for 2025. The ranking reflects customer loyalty and trusted service across more than 2,300 locations in North America, based on 4- and 5-star ratings, repeat page views, review volume, photo uploads, and search interest.
The company highlighted its focus on a convenient, stay-in-your-car experience emphasizing transparency, speed, and friendly service, and quoted its Chief Customer Officer on the team’s dedication to consistent service quality.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) donated $100,000 to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals on December 9, 2025 to fund pediatric mental health grants. More than 85 hospitals applied and six grants were awarded to support staff training, safe spaces, therapy tools, suicide prevention equipment, and sensory resources for children and families.
The six funded projects include Zero Suicide training at Children’s Nebraska; therapy room remodeling at Children’s Health Foundation (Oklahoma City); enhancements to the Pediatric Behavioral Health Unit at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital; medication and gun lock boxes for Phoenix Children’s Suicide Means Reduction Program; sensory and entertainment tools for McLane Children’s Medical Center emergency department; and a multi-use therapy tool for Riley Hospital for Children.
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) announced a mental-health awareness partnership with student athletes from Ohio State University and University of Tennessee for Suicide Prevention Month on Sept. 22, 2025. The campaign uses the tagline "Protect What Matters" and will donate $1 per social share to Nationwide Children's Hospital and East Tennessee Children's Hospital, capped at $5,000 each.
The company cited CDC data on elevated suicide rates in auto repair roles, noted it employs over 11,000 people across ~1,000 service centers, and referenced prior CAMS training with KVC Behavioral Healthcare Kentucky. Additional mental-health partnerships will be announced.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced it completed the acquisition of Breeze Autocare from Greenbriar Equity Group, under a purchase agreement dated February 17, 2025, with closing announced December 1, 2025.
The company said the deal immediately increases the number of stores in Valvoline's network and expands its customer reach across the U.S. and Canada, adding Breeze Autocare and Oil Changers locations to Valvoline's preventive automotive maintenance services.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced on November 19, 2025 that Janet S. Wong and Chris Carr were nominated to stand for election to the Board at the company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Wong is slated to succeed Mary J. Twinem as Audit Committee Chair after her election in January. The nominations follow the announced retirements of long‑time directors Mary Twinem and Vada Manager, who will step down at the 2026 Annual Meeting after nine years of service since the company’s 2016 IPO. The company highlighted Wong’s accounting, internal controls, cybersecurity and M&A experience and Carr’s retail, operations and supply‑chain leadership at firms including REI, Hilton, Sweetgreen and Starbucks.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) reported fiscal 2025 results and provided fiscal 2026 guidance. FY sales were $1.71B, +6% (+12% recast for refranchising); system-wide SSS +6.1%; system-wide stores 2,180 (+8%). Adjusted EBITDA was $466.8M, +6% (+11% recast); adjusted EPS $1.59, +1% (+8% recast). Q4 income from continuing operations fell 71% to $25.6M (EPS $0.20). Cash $52M, total debt $1.1B, free cash flow $48M. Company expects to close the Breeze Autocare acquisition on Dec 1, 2025 (net 162 stores, $593M purchase price) funded with a $740M Term Loan B. Fiscal 2026 outlook: net revenues $2.0–2.1B, adjusted EBITDA $525–550M, adjusted EPS $1.60–1.70.