Valvoline

Valvoline: Over 155 Years of Lubrication Excellence

Established in 1866, Valvoline has a history of innovation spanning more than 155 years, when Dr. John Ellis founded the company by discovering the lubricating properties of distilled crude oil and formulating the world's first petroleum-based lubricant. Valvoline was trademarked seven years later in 1873, making it the first trademarked motor oil brand in the U.S. That kind of heritage doesn't happen by accident — it's the result of relentless engineering, a deep understanding of what engines demand, and a commitment to staying ahead of every new automotive technology.

A Legacy Built in the Engine Bay

As vehicle ownership rapidly grew, Valvoline became widely known in the automotive world through racing victories and as a recommended oil for the iconic Ford Model T, while expanding its product offerings and global reach through innovative automotive maintenance and heavy-duty engine applications. That motorsport DNA still runs through every product Valvoline makes today — from track-tested full synthetics to everyday conventional oils designed for millions of everyday drivers.

Valvoline was acquired by Ashland in 1950 and continued accelerating through the development of all-climate and racing motor oils, in addition to notable automobile racing victories by some of the biggest legends of the sport. Valvoline maintained its focus on innovating for evolving vehicle technologies and the needs of customers through the late 1990s and early 2000s by introducing synthetic and high-mileage motor oils.

A Complete Lineup for Every Fluid Need

Today, Valvoline is far more than just a motor oil brand. In addition to its iconic passenger car motor oils, Valvoline provides a wide array of lubricants used in heavy-duty equipment, as well as automotive chemicals and fluids designed to improve engine performance and lifespan. Whether you're maintaining a daily driver or servicing a piece of commercial equipment, Valvoline has a fluid engineered for the job.

The brand's flagship category remains engine oil, where product lines like the High Mileage with MaxLife Technology and Advanced Full Synthetic have earned the trust of DIYers and professional technicians alike. Valvoline markets lubricants and automotive chemicals including its High Mileage with MaxLife technology motor oil for engines over 75,000 miles, Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic motor oil, and Valvoline Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid.

The brand's commitment to innovation extends well beyond the crankcase. Valvoline's automatic transmission fluid lineup includes multi-vehicle formulas engineered to meet the precise requirements of modern automatic and dual-clutch gearboxes. For differentials and transfer cases, Valvoline's gear oil portfolio covers everything from conventional GL-5 grades to full synthetics in innovative packaging formats. Valvoline FlexFill™ is the industry's #1 synthetic gear oil in an easy-to-use, flexible pouch that works in tight spaces and creates less waste.

Valvoline's exceptional range of products includes PCMOs, HDEOs, greases, antifreeze, gear oils, and hydraulic fluids — making it one of the most comprehensive single-brand lubricant solutions available. Their hydraulic system fluid formulas are engineered to perform across a wide variety of industrial and automotive hydraulic applications, while their multi-purpose grease offerings provide targeted protection for bearings, chassis components, and heavy-duty contact points.

Why Choose Valvoline?

• Pioneer pedigree: The world's first petroleum-based lubricant brand, with over 155 years of continuous innovation.
• Racing-proven formulas: Technology tested at the highest levels of motorsport and refined for everyday use.
• Full-spectrum coverage: Engine oil, transmission fluid, gear oil, hydraulic fluid, grease, and more — all under one trusted name.
• Modern vehicle ready: Products engineered for today's turbocharged, high-mileage, hybrid, and performance engines.
• Global reach: Valvoline has a strong international presence with products sold in more than 140 countries.