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TAKE 5 OIL CHANGE OPENS FIRST CALIFORNIA LOCATION

Driven Brands has announced that Take 5 Oil Change has opened its first location in the state of California.

According to a press release, the location can be found in Richmond, California. It opened on Sept. 2, and is owned and managed by Automotive Services Holdings, LLC.

“We’re exceptionally proud of the Take 5 Oil Change brand and how consumers have responded to the service offering and customer experience,” said Danny Rivera, EVP and Group President of Maintenance at Driven Brands via the press release. “Our first location in California marks an important milestone for the company, and we look forward to continuing our growth in California and the West Coast.

Automotive Service Holdings plans to open more Take 5 Oil Change locations in this region. Driven Brands acquired Take 5 in 2016, and Take 5 has over 750 locations.

CONTINENTAL ANNOUNCES NEW FILTRATION PRODUCTS

Continental has announced a new line of filtration products.

According to a press release, the product line includes cabin, oil, fuel and air filters. These products can be used on cars, SUVs, vans and light trucks.

Continental is an aftermarket supplier of many OE-engineered parts. Continental is also a global supplier of components, systems and tires to automobile, truck, agriculture and construction equipment manufacturers.

“Built to ensure safe engine operation and clean air in the vehicle interior, our premium OE quality filters are designed to deliver reliable protection against dirt, abrasion, ultrafine particles and moisture for injection systems, engines, and passengers,” said Continental Product Manager Laura Huerst via the press release. “These world-class filters are produced to the same quality and performance standards we apply to our original equipment parts.”

WISCONSIN JIFFY LUBE RUNS DIAPER DONATION DRIVE

A Wisconsin Jiffy Lube location ran a diaper collection drive throughout the month of September. According to WQOW, Jiffy Lube in Lake Hallie offered $20 off an oil change for individuals who donate new diapers of any size.

These donations will go to Feed My People Food Bank, which is located in Eau Claire.

Matthew Lewis is the store manager at Lake Hallie Jiffy Lube. He told WQOW he remembers taking care of kids in diapers and spending over $100 each week, so he knows the expense firsthand.

EXPRESS OPENS NEW SOUTH CAROLINA SHOP

Express Oil Change and Tire Engineers has opened a new location in South Carolina.

According to the Upstate Business Journal, the shop can be found in Simpsonville. The staff can conduct tire rotations and tire balancing as well as brake inspections, brake service, A/C repair, oil changes and vehicle maintenance.

The Simpsonville location, which recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony, is open Monday through Saturday. The Express Oil website states that the company has 324 locations across the United States.

VALVOLINE GETS PERMITS FOR LOCATION NEAR CAR WASH

A car wash purchased by Valvoline has begun renovations and permits have been filed for a Valvoline location next door.

According to Patch, the Mr. Sparkle car wash on Route 83 in Vernon, Connecticut, has started renovations. Valvoline has purchased several Mr. Sparkle car wash locations, as reported earlier this summer.

The Route 83 Mr. Sparkle location purchase included a parcel of land next door. Valvoline has now filed the permits needed for construction on that parcel.

Although a construction plan has not yet been shared with the town, the parcel of land will operate as a Valvoline Instant Oil Change location. The Route 83 Mr. Sparkle location will continue to operate as a car wash after renovations are complete.

For the time being, Mr. Sparkle customers are being redirected to a nearby Mr. Sparkle location in Tolland, Connecticut for their car wash needs.

KWIK KAR MARSH OWNER PUBLISHES BOOK

Corrine Hudson, owner of Kwik Kar Marsh in Texas, has published a book.

According to a post on the Kwik Kar Marsh website, Hudson’s paperback book is titled, “My Auto Body”, and includes illustrations made by Hudson.

The book compares car parts to body parts in an effort to relay information about properly maintaining a car.

“I have always been passionate about sharing and teaching what I know with

others,” Hudson said, according to the website post. “At Kwik Kar Marsh, it started with our basic automotive maintenance class called Hood Raiders. This further inspired me to write “My Auto Body” as I believe it is never too early or too late to teach current and future responsible drivers about how to maintain a car.”

JIFFY LUBE PLANS NEW LOCATION IN NEW YORK

A new Jiffy Lube location has been approved in New York.

According to Rochester First, the town of Webster, New York, has approved a 4,000-square-foot facility that has a projected completion date of early 2023. Empire Commercial Construction Building is the design firm behind the new Jiffy Lube location.

“We look forward to continuing our relationship with national franchise developer Guggenheim, to deliver our second location this year for a pioneer in the fast oil change industry,” said Empire President Jayne Penepent to Rochester First. “Jiffy Lube remains the industry leader in preventive vehicle maintenance, and much like Empire Commercial Construction is committed to providing customers a convenient, quality service experience.”

API RECEIVES GF-7 SPECIFICATION REQUEST

The International Lubricants Standardization and Approval Committee made a request for the development of a new gasoline engine oil specification, and the request has been received by the co-chairs of Auto/Oil Advisory Panel and the chair of the API Lubricants Standards Group.

According to a press release, the anticipated name of the specification is ILSAC GF-7. The AOAP will perform an evaluation of the proposed specification, which would replace the current GF-6 specification. Goals regarding this specification include the ability to maintain backwards compatibility, the inclusion of 0W-12/0W-8 Low Viscosity Oils, the evaluation of ethanol fuel impact on tests, and the protection of future EPA/ CARB requirements. The request hopes for a first-licensing date from API of Q2 2028 and no later.

COSTA OIL ANNOUNCES NEW OKLAHOMA LOCATION

Costa Oil International, Inc. has announced a new franchise location in Oklahoma.

According to a press release, Jonathan and Katie Wilcox are the owners of the new Costa Oil – 10 Minute Oil Change location in Oklahoma City market. Jonathan owns a car wash business and also has the role of Chief Investment Officer for an insurance company.

“Jonathan came to our discovery day on a mission! We are very excited to announce that he has acquired the entire Oklahoma City market,” said Brandon Cornelius, director of franchise development, via the press release. “We love expanding our brand into new and fresh markets. We think Jonathan will be a great steward of the Costa Oil – 10 Minute Oil Change brand”.

Costa Oil promotes drive-thru oil change model and is headquartered out of Hanover, Pennsylvania. It was founded by CEO Costa Kapothanasis in 2014.

OIL CHANGERS ANNOUNCES 10 ACQUISITIONS

Oil Changers has announced 10 new acquisitions.

According to a press release, these acquisitions took place from July into August 2022. These acquisitions have included the following: • A single acquisition in Austin, Texas • A single acquisition in Racine, Wisconsin • An acquisition of 4 shops in Grand Rapids, Michigan (previously Big Ray’s) • Acquisition of The Lube Shop in Caldwell, Idaho, which marked the fi rst Oil

Changers location in the state • Acquisition of a 3-store Speedy Oil and

Lube chain in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Thanks to these new additions, the Oil Changers total location count is now at 124.

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