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Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) is widely described in its public communications as the quick, easy, trusted leader in preventive automotive maintenance, and the VVV news stream reflects this focus. Company news frequently highlights developments across its franchised and company-operated service center network in the United States and Canada, where Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Great Canadian Oil Change locations provide about 15-minute stay-in-your-car oil changes and other manufacturer-recommended maintenance services such as wiper replacements and tire rotations.
Investors and followers of Valvoline Inc. can expect news items covering financial results, including quarterly and annual earnings releases furnished on Form 8-K that discuss net revenues, operating income, adjusted EBITDA, system-wide store sales, and same-store sales growth. The company also issues updates about strategic transactions, such as the agreement and subsequent closing of the acquisition of OC IntermediateCo, Inc., which owns the Breeze Autocare business and Oil Changers quick lube oil change stores, and related financing arrangements under its amended credit agreement.
Valvoline’s news flow also includes corporate governance and leadership announcements, such as nominations and retirements on its board of directors and the appointment of senior executives, including a Chief Technology and Cybersecurity Officer. In addition, the company publishes releases on marketing initiatives and partnerships, for example campaigns like the “Instant Transfer Portal” designed to attract drivers from other oil change providers, and collaborations with college athletes to promote mental health awareness.
Another recurring theme in VVV news is community impact and philanthropy. Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Great Canadian Oil Change centers have been featured for raising funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and supporting children’s health and mental well-being through the company’s broader community impact platform. For ongoing insight into how Valvoline Inc. manages its retail network, finances growth, and engages with customers and communities, readers can follow the continuous stream of press releases and regulatory news linked to the VVV ticker.
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) has announced partnerships with The Ohio State University Athletics and University of Tennessee Athletics. The collaboration began during the first 12-team College Football Playoff and will extend through the 2024-25 basketball and hockey seasons.
The partnership includes presence at men's and women's basketball games, men's ice hockey games, and features sweepstakes, promotions, FanZone activities, and exclusive fan savings. Valvoline Instant Oil Change operates 113 service centers in Ohio and 73 in Tennessee.
The partnership aims to highlight the parallel between athletic excellence and Valvoline's service quality, noting that their technicians complete over 270 hours of training. This initiative is part of several recent sports sponsorships by the company to emphasize their expertise in vehicle maintenance.
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), a leader in preventive automotive maintenance, has announced plans to report its fiscal first quarter 2025 financial results on February 6, 2025. The company will host a live audio webcast with analysts and investors at 9 a.m. ET on the same day. The webcast and slide presentation will be accessible through Valvoline's Investor Relations website, with a replay available shortly after the call concludes.
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) has achieved top recognition in Entrepreneur's 46th annual Franchise 500®, ranking as the #1 automotive services retailer for the second consecutive year and placing 24th overall among franchise brands for 2025.
The company, which currently operates more than half of its preventive automotive maintenance service centers through franchisees, has ambitious expansion plans. Valvoline is targeting 250 store openings annually with the goal of reaching over 3,500 total retail locations.
The Entrepreneur Franchise 500® ranking evaluates companies based on cost and fees, size and growth, support, and brand strength, considering only businesses with a minimum of 10 franchise units seeking expansion in the United States and Canada.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) has achieved significant recognition in Forbes' 'Best Customer Service 2025' list, ranking 18th among 300 brands and securing the top position among instant oil change companies. The ranking was determined through surveys of 181,000 U.S. consumers who evaluated over 3,500 brands.
The company maintains an impressive 4.7 out of 5-star rating based on annual feedback from over 1 million customers. Operating more than 2,010 service centers across the United States and Canada, Valvoline offers convenient stay-in-car oil changes completed in approximately 15 minutes.
Chief Customer Officer Laura Carpenter emphasized the company's commitment to delivering exceptional service across all preventive automotive maintenance services, crediting the success to dedicated franchise partners, teams, and retail service center managers.
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) is advising drivers to prepare their vehicles for extreme winter conditions as a polar vortex approaches the United States. The company highlights four key maintenance areas: battery charge testing, as cold temperatures reduce power output and charging capacity; windshield wiper inspection for optimal visibility; fluid level maintenance to prevent thickening or freezing; and tire pressure monitoring due to cold-weather air contraction.
The company's Valvoline Instant Oil Change service centers offer these 'winter road ready' services, many at no charge, with no appointment necessary. Their services include 15-minute stay-in-your-car oil changes, battery replacements, and other maintenance services, maintaining a 4.7 out of 5 star rating based on over 1 million customer surveys annually.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced its upcoming participation in the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer and Retail Conference. The company will engage in a fireside chat on Tuesday, December 3, at 3:00 p.m. ET. The event will be accessible through a live audio webcast on Valvoline's investor relations website, with an archived version available after the live presentation.
Franchise Equity Partners (FEP) has announced a strategic partnership with Valvoline Inc. to acquire 38 company-owned stores in West Texas, including locations in Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, and surrounding areas. The stores will be operated under a newly formed entity called Velocity Auto Care. FEP has assembled a leadership team including Robert Fish as CEO, Ashish Chapagain as CFO, and Spencer Mason as VP of Operations. The partnership aims to strengthen Valvoline's brand presence and growth strategy across Texas while maintaining their focus on preventive automotive maintenance services.
Valvoline (VVV) reported strong fiscal year 2024 results with sales reaching $1.6 billion, up 12% year-over-year. The company achieved its 18th consecutive year of system-wide same-store sales growth, with SSS increasing 6.7%. Store count grew nearly 9% to 2,010 locations. Net income from continuing operations rose 8% to $215 million, while adjusted EBITDA increased 17% to $443 million. The company returned $227 million to shareholders through share repurchases.
For Q4 2024, sales grew 12% to $436 million with system-wide SSS up 5.4%. The company added 49 new stores and completed refranchising of 28 stores during the quarter. For FY2025, Valvoline expects 5-7% SSS growth and 160-185 new stores.
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) announces plans to refranchise 38 Valvoline Instant Oil Change service centers to Velocity Auto Care, a portfolio company of Franchise Equity Partners. The service centers are located in Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, and west Texas. This marks Valvoline's third refranchising initiative, following two transactions in FY2024 that converted 28 company stores to franchises in Las Vegas and Denver. Velocity Auto Care, which operates over 750 storefronts across 33 states, will join as Valvoline's newest franchise partner.
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) launches its annual fundraising campaign for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals from November 1-30, 2024, marking 15 years of partnership. The company has raised over $6 million to date. Customers at participating Valvoline Instant Oil Change and Great Canadian Oil Change locations can donate, with 100% of proceeds benefiting local children's hospitals. Donors receive a $10 discount coupon for future services. The campaign aims to raise $1.5 million across 1,400 service centers in the U.S. and Canada. Online donations are also accepted through helpmakemiracles.org/campaign/valvoline.