Valvoline and Eicher extend exclusive partnership for after sales with Eicher Trucks and Buses

Valvoline, a  global lubricant manufacturer and the original engine oil maker, has announced the extension of its exclusive partnership for service fill and after-sales with Eicher Trucks and Buses. 

Eicher and Valvoline have been associated since 2019 for the supply of Eicher Genuine Lubricants.

Speaking about the extended partnership, Sandeep Kalia, Managing Director of Valvoline Cummins, said, “This partnership is a testimony to the shared commitment to customer-centricity, seamless integration, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Inspired by our partnership, we are eager to collaborate further with Eicher, leveraging our combined expertise and innovative mindset to develop  fluids supporting new energy vehicle technologies."

Vinod Aggarwal, Managing Director and CEO, VE Commercial Vehicles said, “Over the years, Eicher has taken significant steps to deliver industry leading uptime to our truck and bus customers and optimize maintenance cost through lengthening service intervals. Our continuing partnership with Valvoline is a further step in this direction.”  

This partnership has achieved significant milestones since its inception in 2019. One of the key highlights of this collaboration is the development of Eicher Genuine Lubricants, a premium range of lubricants exclusively formulated for Eicher Trucks and Buses. Eicher took the lead in the commercial vehicle industry by introducing these Genuine Lubricants in 2010, showcasing its commitment to innovation and quality. The successful association between Eicher and Valvoline has witnessed remarkable year-on-year growth of approximately 20%. Additionally, Valvoline's extensive distribution network has played a crucial role in supporting Eicher's expanding operations, ensuring vehicle uptime across the entire country.

Looking ahead, Eicher and Valvoline are excited about the future prospects offered by their extended partnership, which includes exploring new technologies such as high-performance long drain interval fluids, alternative fuel solutions like CNG, and advancements in heat transfer fluids (HTFs).