Valvoline

Valvoline: Over 155 Years of Lubricant Leadership

Few names in the automotive world carry the weight of Valvoline. Valvoline introduced the world's first motor oil brand in 1866, and the company has been engineering lubrication solutions ever since. Dr. John Ellis founded Valvoline in 1866 when he discovered the lubricating properties of distilled crude oil, formulating the world's first petroleum-based lubricant. What began as cylinder oil for steam engines quickly became the gold standard for a rapidly motorizing world.

Valvoline oil was officially trademarked in 1873, making it the oldest lubricant trademark in the petroleum industry. By the turn of the 20th century, Valvoline had become a recommended oil for the iconic Ford Model T, making Valvoline a household name as vehicle ownership rapidly expanded. The brand's commitment to innovation never slowed — in 1939, Valvoline developed X-18, the first all-purpose gear oil, an innovation that reduced mechanic shop product inventory and exceeded manufacturer specifications of that time.

A Legacy of Firsts

Valvoline's history is defined by pioneering moments. Touting the world's first racing, first synthetic blend, and first high mileage motor oils, Valvoline has consistently shown its focus on innovating and reinventing motor oil for evolving automotive technology. The result was Valvoline's 2000 launch of MaxLife™ High Mileage Motor Oil — the first motor oil specifically engineered with technology that provides increased longevity for cars over 75,000 miles. More recently, Valvoline launched Restore & Protect motor oil globally, a first-of-its-kind innovation that restores engines to run like new with continuous use.

Valvoline is a leading worldwide marketer and supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, with sales in more than 140 countries. That global reach is backed by a product portfolio that covers virtually every lubrication need a vehicle has — from the engine to the drivetrain.

A Complete Lubrication Solution

Valvoline's lineup goes well beyond the familiar motor oil bottle on the shelf. Whether you're topping off a manual transmission, protecting a differential, or packing wheel bearings before a long haul, Valvoline has a purpose-built product for the job. Their engine oil range includes conventional, synthetic blend, and full synthetic options engineered to meet the demands of modern and high-mileage engines alike. For the drivetrain, Valvoline's gear oil formulations — a category the brand helped define decades ago — deliver reliable protection for axles, differentials, and manual gearboxes operating under heavy loads.

Automatic and modern transmission systems demand equally specialized care. Valvoline's transmission fluid products are engineered to meet the demanding shift-quality and wear-protection specifications of today's multi-speed automatic, CVT, and dual-clutch transmissions. Rounding out the drivetrain protection story, Valvoline's multi-purpose grease keeps chassis components, wheel bearings, U-joints, and other high-friction points properly lubricated and protected against moisture, rust, and wear.

Trusted by Professionals and DIYers

Valvoline markets a comprehensive range of technologically advanced oils and lubricants specifically formulated to suit a wide spectrum of applications including automotive, on-road transport, industrial, and construction sectors. Valvoline products result from a relentless commitment to optimize maintenance schedules, improve performance, and reduce total cost of ownership for vehicle owners, workshops, OEMs, and commercial businesses. Whether you're a professional technician or a weekend wrench-turner, Valvoline's depth of product knowledge and proven formulations make it one of the most dependable choices in the lubrication aisle.