The oil change and quick-lube segment includes some of the most established brands in the automotive services industry.
However, the financial performance, investment levels, and operational maturity vary significantly from one franchise to another.
To highlight the strongest opportunities, we reviewed each brand using objective financial and structural metrics rather than brand reputation alone. This ranking reflects the models that combine efficient startup costs, solid revenue performance, and steady system expansion, with enough scale to demonstrate long-term stability.
Each franchise is evaluated using a balanced scoring model that weighs five core factors equally. The goal is to highlight brands that combine financial performance, operational maturity, and accessible investment levels. Scores are calculated as follows:
The final score out of 10 is calculated using this weighting model, ensuring the ranking highlights franchises that combine strong unit-level economics with system stability and consistent expansion.
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962
$192,000 - $640,000
$1,573,000

173
$223,000 - $1,617,000
$1,285,000

209
$291,000 - $1,972,000
$1,070,000

534
$237,000 - $361,000
$938,000

66
$291,000 - $1,972,000
$1,387,000

Quick oil change franchise providing fast and convenient oil change services, along with additional vehicle maintenance services.

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$1,573,000
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16.8%
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Valvoline leads the segment with strong revenue performance and a large national footprint.

Drive-thru oil change franchise providing quick and efficient oil change services, focusing on speed, quality, and customer satisfaction.

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$1,285,000
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27.1%
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Take 5 ranks highly due to its strong growth, revenue, and profitability.

Grease Monkey is an automotive maintenance and repair franchise that offers quick and reliable services, including oil changes, vehicle inspections, and preventive maintenance, providing convenient and trustworthy car care solutions.

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$1,070,000
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15.6%
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Grease Monkey offers strong financials and an established network presence.

AAMCO Transmission is a leading auto repair franchise specializing in transmissions, offering quality repairs and comprehensive automotive services.

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$938,000
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18.7%
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AAMCO maintains steady performance supported by profitability and scale.

Automotive service franchise specializing in quick oil changes, vehicle maintenance, and repair services, providing efficient and reliable automotive care.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS
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$1,387,000
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14.6%
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SpeeDee benefits from strong revenue relative to investment and mid-sized scale.