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Be Great at What We Do

As the day winds down, we remember Martin Luther King, Jr.’s words on February 4, 1968: 
 
Be great at what we do. It’s one of our company’s core values. When our leadership team met this morning to talk about the upcoming day, “great” took on an even deeper meaning than before because of Martin Luther King, Jr’s words. It is more than being excellent, top notch, and world class, all which we aspire to…it links to the very heart of why we became part of the Valvoline Instant Oil Change franchise.
We are not a company with a mission, we are a mission with a company, and that is “Changing Lives through Stewardship,” through serving others. We know that we are sometimes the only contact one of our elderly guests has all day, are the final stop for a tired mom, and the place where a dad sends his daughter, telling her to “call him” from the service center to make sure everything goes alright during her first ever visit.
In an industry too often plagued by dishonesty and distrust, we know that it is our responsibility to treat each guest with the utmost courtesy and transparency, ensuring they feel valued and empowered throughout their experience with us. To us, it is our legacy.  We’re not just changing oil; we’re changing lives, one vehicle, one customer, and one community at a time.  Our  2025 Be the Change campaign will help us do just that, along with our VIOC Community Rewards Program, VIOC Giving, and Employee Savings Program.  We are here to serve you. We are here to be great.

Beat Childhood Cancer – One of Our Own

On average, more than 290 children and adolescents in the U.S. are diagnosed with cancer every week. As a parent, your whole world is turned upside down as your child fights for their life and all you want to do is save them, take their pain away.

One of our own, Service Center Manager Charles Owens is facing this battle with his son, Abel, age 12. He was diagnosed with brain cancer in August, and despite a long surgery and treatment, his condition is worsening, and he is literally fighting for his life. Please join us in standing together with Charles and his family.

On September 21 and 22, we are raising funds to help with staggering costs and life care. $1 from every oil change will go directly to Abel and his family’s GOFUNDME page. Please consider joining us. Join the Mission. #BetheChange

Generations of Greatness

Cody Hartman celebrates a big anniversary today! Recently promoted to Service Center manager, Cody is among the few who can boast being a second generation at VIOC. Her mother Barbara worked for one of the first Valvoline Instant Oil Change Centers in the early 1990’s, located then at the Peter’s Creek and Hershberger Road in Roanoke, VA. Barbara was a Customer Service Representative, the same position Cody started just 4 years ago. Cody remembers her mother rushing home to get her so she could meet Valvoline Race Car driver #6 Mark Martin, who was visiting the service center. Sitting in his car, taking pictures and getting autographs, no one could have known the amazing road Cody would take.

Her favorite VIOC vision and value is “Be great at what we do,” because it encompasses everything and her life mantra of “Aspire to know more, be better, and grow.” Her daughter, Carine, is a promising 3rd generation. Cody, we so appreciate all the hard work and dedication you have put in, and look forward to future growth together. Congratulations!

We Thank You

Team Fairfax

We wanted to take a moment and thank our people for showing up everyday. For helping our customers get to where they need to and have one less worry. With such an unprecedented event, COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on schedules, schools, businesses, families, finances, and our lives. We thank you for standing strong and working hard to help keep everyone moving safely. You are truly changing lives, one person at a time.

We are Team VIOC

 Starting 2020 off right! Thank you to our wonderful people, and congratulations to all of our Award Winners.

 

Our People are the most important part of our business. Thank you for a great year and we are looking forward to an amazing 2020.

VIOC Superhero: Ronald

“As a mom of two toddlers, I dread the trip to the mechanics. So when I needed to get my oil changed, I was just as apprehensive of the trip. However, the service that Ronald gave me was SUPERB. He entertained my twins while doing his job fast and efficiently. He even stopped his work to grab us water from inside (it was hot and the boys were crying). Amazing service, 5 star quality manners and timely.  WE WILL BE BACK! Ronald is amazing, and thank you for treating us like family and creating a warm, inviting, worry free 15 minutes!”

Way to go, Ronald!

 

What We Do

valvoline instant oil change logoWhen it comes to taking care of your vehicle, one of the simplest (and most affordable) things you can do is take it to your locally preferred auto repair shop for regular oil changes. With Valvoline Instant Oil Change, it’s easy to do that–and save time and money in the process.

Oil changes help keep your car running smoothly and protect the condition of other components.  We also offer a variety of other preventive maintenance services your car needs to stay in excellent condition, including:

  • Tire Rotations
  • Battery Replacements
  • Transmission Service
  • Radiator Service
  • Air Filter Replacement
  • Fuel System Cleaning
  • Air Conditioning Service
  • Wiper Blade Replacement
  • and much more

You can rely on our expert team of technicians to keep your care in great shape. Check back soon for more interesting articles about automotive care, including essential services, helpful tips, and valuable information about warning signs your vehicle may show. We look forward to serving you!