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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 (NYSE: VVV) was honored with the KVC Value-Based Partner Award on March 20, 2026 for supporting suicide prevention and behavioral health programs in Kentucky. The award recognizes Valvoline’s Happy to Help partnership with KVC Kentucky to expand evidence-based care and community mental health resources.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced the launch of the Happy to Help Fund in partnership with Blue Grass Community Foundation in Lexington, Kentucky on March 10, 2026. The fund will provide local grants supporting the mental and physical well-being of children and youth and serve as Valvoline's primary hometown charitable vehicle.
Past Happy to Help work includes funding a pediatric ICU family respite lounge, suicide intervention training for 53 clinicians, and a $100,000 donation to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals for mental health grants.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced that 97% of its Valvoline Instant Oil Change locations were named to the CARFAX 2025 Top-Rated Service Center list on March 9, 2026. The company reported an average guest rating of 4.7 stars and 105 locations earned five-time winner status, reflecting sustained customer satisfaction and verified positive reviews via the CARFAX Car Care platform.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) announced support for Concours in the Hills in Fountain Hills, Arizona, a 12th annual automotive event raising funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Phoenix Children’s.
Proceeds support Phoenix Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders and cardiothoracic surgery funds; the community has raised over $2.3 million since 2018. Valvoline notes a 16-year partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals through its Happy to Help program.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) reported Q1 fiscal 2026 results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with net revenues of $461.8M (up 11%; +15% recast for refranchising), adjusted EBITDA $117.4M (up 14%; +18% recast) and adjusted EPS $0.37 (up 16%; +28% recast).
System-wide store sales rose to $923.6M, system-wide SSS grew 5.8%, and Valvoline added 200 net stores (162 from Breeze). Reported loss from continuing operations was ($32.2M), driven by FTC-required divestitures related to Breeze. Cash $70M; total debt $1.7B.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) was named the No.1 automotive services retailer in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 for the fourth consecutive year and earned an overall ranking of No. 32 in the January 2026 issue. Approximately half of Valvoline’s service centers are franchise-operated, and the company said it plans continued expansion across the U.S. and Canada. Management highlighted franchisee support programs covering operations, marketing, market development and training and framed the ranking as evidence of franchise strength, growth momentum, and brand performance.
Valvoline (NYSE: VVV) will report fiscal first quarter 2026 financial results on February 4, 2026. A live audio webcast for analysts and investors is scheduled the same day at 9:00 a.m. ET. The webcast and slide presentation will be accessible on the company’s investor relations website and a replay will be posted shortly after the call concludes.
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.