Fast Lube

Car owners today are concerned with maintaining the value and appearance of their vehicles, and preventive auto maintenance is crucial to keeping an automobile in good working order and protecting one’s investment. Fast lube services have evolved beyond the common 15-point or 20-point oil change and engine-fluid vitals to encompass a wide range of car repair services, including air conditioning and cooling, engine diagnostics, tire rotation, transmission and even windshield repair. Many professional carwashes offer fast lube services as an add-on profit center.


  • AOCA Show Sets Sail for San Diego
    Dallas – The Automotive Oil Change Association (AOCA) will hold its annual Convention and Fast Lube Expo at the San Diego Convention Center April 8 to 11, 2006. This event draws member and non-member fast-lube operators and vendors from throughout the United States, ...More
    November 23, 2005
    Posted in News, Operations
  • Reflections of Success
    The motto of Reflections Drive Thru Express Oil & Lube owner Douglas Gregory is, “A clean car is a great reflection on you.” The reflection is not only in the shine of the vehicles leaving his wash, but on Gregory himself, who has personally incorporated this philosophy ...More
    November 1, 2005 Elaine Foxwell
    Posted in Articles, Operations
  • AOCA Announces 2003 Training, Education Schedule
    DALLAS - The Automotive Oil Change Association (AOCA) has released its 2003 Calendar of events for AOCA Training and Education. For more information, call the AOCA at 800-331-0329 or go to www.aoca.org. You may also e-mail Executive Director Steve Christie at ...More
    November 8, 2002
    Posted in News, Operations
  • Shell-Pennzoil Merger Approved
    WASHINGTON -- Shell Oil Co. plans to complete its purchase of Pennzoil Quaker State Co. tomorrow after the $1.8-billion deal won approval from federal regulators. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved the acquisition late Friday, clearing the way for Shell Oil to ...More
    September 30, 2002
    Posted in News, Operations
  • AOCA to Present Final Manager Training Course
    The Automotive Oil Change Association will present the final Manager Training Course of 2002 in Providence, R.I., Nov. 6 and 7. The course will immediately follow the close of the Northeast Regional Car Wash Convention, also being held in Providence. The course is taught by ...More
    August 28, 2002
    Posted in News, Operations
  • Monday's Carwash Stocks
    PHOENIX--Companies in the stock list were chosen for their direct involvement in carwash operations; connection to carwash manufacturers or suppliers; and/or because they represent additional sectors of the carwash industry. Companies include: Casey's General Stores - CASY ...More
    January 7, 2002
    Posted in News, Operations
  • Monday's Carwash Stocks
    PHOENIX--Companies in the stock list were chosen for their direct involvement in carwash operations; connection to carwash manufacturers or suppliers; and/or because they represent additional sectors of the carwash industry. Companies include: Casey's General Stores - CASY ...More
    December 10, 2001
    Posted in News, Operations
  • Monday's Carwash Stocks
    PHOENIX--Companies in the stock list were chosen for their direct involvement in carwash operations; connection to carwash manufacturers or suppliers; and/or because they represent additional sectors of the carwash industry. Companies include: Casey's General Stores - CASY ...More
    November 19, 2001
    Posted in News, Operations
  • Monday's Carwash Stocks
    PHOENIX--Companies in the stock list were chosen for their direct involvement in carwash operations; connection to carwash manufacturers or suppliers; and/or because they represent additional sectors of the carwash industry. Companies include: Casey's General Stores - CASY ...More
    October 15, 2001
    Posted in News, Operations
  • Monday's Carwash Stocks
    PHOENIX--Companies in the stock list were chosen for their direct involvement in carwash operations; connection to carwash manufacturers or suppliers; and/or because they represent additional sectors of the carwash industry. Companies include: Casey's General Stores - CASY ...More
    September 24, 2001
    Posted in News, Operations