Lexington, KY – Valvoline Instant Oil Change^SM, the nation’s second-largest quick-lube chain, has opened a new company-owned service center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

The new Valvoline Instant Oil Change service center is located at 820 Eastgate North Drive in Union Township. This site is Valvoline’s 18^th location in the Cincinnati metro area. Store hours (all times ET) are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.- 7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Valvoline Instant Oil Change service centers provide a stay-in-your-car solution for preventive vehicle maintenance needs including full-service oil change, transmission, radiator, gearbox and air-conditioning services, tire rotation, wiper blade, air filter, light bulb and serpentine belt replacement. Most locations also offer fuel system and battery services. Certified store technicians complete 270 hours of training to service most vehicle makes and models, including luxury and diesel vehicles. No appointments are necessary.

For a list of all Valvoline Instant Oil Change service center locations and hours of operation, visit vioc.com.

About Valvoline 
Valvoline™ is a leading worldwide producer and distributor of premium-branded automotive, commercial and industrial lubricants, and automotive chemicals. In 2016, it ranks as the #2 quick-lube chain by number of stores and #3 passenger car motor oil in the DIY market by volume brand in the United States. The brand operates and franchises more than 1,050 Valvoline Instant Oil Change^SM centers in the United States. It also markets Valvoline^TM lubricants and automotive chemicals; MaxLife^TM lubricants created for higher-mileage engines, SynPower^TM synthetic motor oil; and Zerex^TM antifreeze. For more information, please visit Valvoline.com.

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