Valvoline Introduces EV Specific Products

Hyderabad, 2^nd December 2019: Valvoline, a leading worldwide supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services, recently announced first of its electric vehicle-specific product with the introduction of Valvoline EV Performance Fluids. Future electric-vehicle product and service offerings are planned.

Valvoline has introduced a series of electric vehicle fluids to extend not only the battery life but other components of an electric vehicle too, helping to optimize overall performance and contributing to longer vehicle lifespan.

"Our technical team has consistently developed products to meet the needs of changing vehicle technology," said Heidi Matheys, Valvoline chief marketing officer. "Valvoline's latest products — combined with upcoming news about additional EV offerings — are indicative of the commitment we have to both our customers and our 150-year tradition of innovation."

Valvoline's new product line works to solve common EV issues surrounding battery temperature variations, powertrain performance and both brake system corrosion and seal bearing failure, among others.

Product line addresses EVs' unique needs

·         Valvoline EV Heat Transfer Fluids

·         Valvoline EV Drive System Fluid

·         Valvoline EV Brake Fluid

·         Valvoline EV Grease 

Mr. Sandeep Kalia, MD, Valvoline Cummins Pvt Ltd. India said, "Valvoline has continually invested in products and services for vehicles of the future during our long history, and this has remained true for new EV technologies, We have maintained a very close technical and commercial relationship with many of the innovative OEM's in the EV world, ultimately leading to the launch of this new product offering that helps to ensure optimum vehicle performance as EV technologies rapidly evolve. Talking about Indian market, the product line will soon be available in India. “

About Valvoline Cummins Private Limited (VCPL)

Valvoline Cummins Private Limited is one of the fastest-growing lubricant companies in India, and is a joint venture with Cummins India Ltd., leaders in diesel and natural gas engine manufacturing. For additional product and company information, please visit: www.valvoline.com-en/india

About Valvoline™

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) is a leading worldwide marketer and supplier of premium branded lubricants and automotive services with sales in more than 140 countries. Established in 1866, the company’s heritage spans more than 150 years, during which it has developed powerful brand recognition across multiple product and service channels. Valvoline ranks as the No. 3 passenger car motor oil brand in the United States (U.S.) DIY market by volume.

It operates and franchises more than 1,300 quick-lube locations and is the No. 2 chain by number of stores in the U.S under the Valvoline Instant Oil Change℠ brand and the No. 3 chain by number of stores in Canada under the Great Canadian Oil Change brand. It also markets Valvoline lubricants and automotive chemicals, including the new Valvoline™ Modern Engine Full Synthetic Motor Oil, which is specifically engineered to protect against carbon build-up in Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), turbo and other engines manufactured since 2012; Valvoline High Mileage with MaxLife technology motor oil for engines over 75,000 miles; Valvoline Synthetic motor oil; and Zerex™ antifreeze. To know more, visit www.valvoline.com.

About Cummins Inc.

Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary business segments that design, manufacture, distribute and service a broad portfolio of power solutions. The company’s products range from diesel and natural gas engines to hybrid and electric platforms, as well as related technologies, including battery systems, fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana (U.S.A.), since its founding in 1919, Cummins currently employs approximately 62,610 people committed to powering a more prosperous world. Cummins serves customers in about 190 countries and territories through a network of some 600 company-owned and independent distributor locations and approximately 7600 dealer locations. Cummins earned $ 2.14 billion on sales of $ 23.77 billion in 2018.

To know more, visit www.cummins.com. Follow Cummins on Twitter at www.twitter.com/cummins and on YouTube at www.youtube.com/cumminsinc.