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Valvoline
AddedFeb 19, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Valvoline

Valvoline

Public

Valvoline Inc., a US-based company, manufactures automotive lubricants and chemicals, and operates car repair centers.

HQ
Lexington, KY, US
Founded
1866
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Valvoline Inc., founded on September 6, 1866, by John Ellis in Binghamton, New York, is a prominent American company specializing in automotive lubricants and chemicals. With a core mission to provide high-quality automotive products and services, Valvoline offers motor oil, additives, antifreeze, brake fluid, and grease products. Additionally, the company operates Valvoline Instant Oil Change centers, providing quick, no-appointment-necessary vehicle maintenance services. Valvoline's market focus spans both consumer and commercial automotive sectors.

Notable individuals affiliated with Valvoline include CEO Lori Flees and CFO Mary Meixelsperger. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker VVV and is a component of the S&P 400. Valvoline reported a revenue of $1.24 billion in 2022. Over its long history, Valvoline has achieved significant milestones, including its evolution from Continuous Oil Refining Co. to its current global operations. The company's impact is evident in its widespread service locations and trusted reputation in the automotive industry.

Valvoline - Quick Facts

When was Valvoline founded?

Valvoline was founded in 1866.

Where is Valvoline's headquarters located?

Valvoline's headquarters is located in Lexington, KY, US.

How many employees does Valvoline have?

Valvoline has 10,900 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Valvoline - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Chemicals
  • Lubricants
Tags
  • Franchise
  • Retail
Unique IDs
  • ein: 300939371
  • secCik: 0001674910
  • ticker: VVV
NAICS
  • 210000Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction
  • 211000Oil and Gas Extraction
  • 211100Oil and Gas Extraction
  • 211120Crude Petroleum Extraction
SIC
  • 2900Petroleum Refining And Related Industries
  • 2990Miscellaneous Products Of Petroleum And Coal
Show 13 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 325100Basic Chemical Manufacturing
  • 325110Petrochemical Manufacturing
  • 325000Chemical Manufacturing
SIC
  • 1300Oil And Gas Extraction
  • 1310Crude Petroleum And Natural Gas
  • 1311Crude Petroleum And Natural Gas
  • 2860Industrial Organic Chemicals
  • 2869Industrial Organic Chemicals, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 2890Miscellaneous Chemical Products
  • 2899Chemicals And Chemical Preparations, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 2800Chemicals And Allied Products
  • 4000Railroad Transportation