Mumbai, Maharashtra, India | 22nd August 2025: Valvoline Cummins Private Limited (Valvoline Cummins), a leading manufacturer and supplier of premium automotive lubricants, has announced a strategic partnership with Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd. (Mahindra), India’s foremost SUV manufacturer. Under this collaboration, both companies will offer genuine, high-performance lubricants, including engine oils, transmission oils, and axle oils, with a focus on products under the Mahindra Maximile brand. These lubricants will be made available across Mahindra Dealership networks and Bazar networks through the Mahindra spares business unit.
This partnership marks a significant milestone in a relationship that has evolved over two decades, during which Valvoline Cummins has been a trusted lubricants partner for Mahindra Automotive’s domestic aftermarket. As part of the agreement, Valvoline Cummins will now supply the majority of Mahindra’s aftermarket lubricant requirements, strengthening the depth and scale of the collaboration.
Valvoline Cummins will provide tailored lubricant solutions for Mahindra’s operations across India’s North, West, and East zones. The company will offer a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance lubricants under the Mahindra Maximile brand, specifically designed for passenger vehicles, SUVs, and pickup vehicles.
The four-year agreement aligns with Mahindra’s goals for operational efficiency and performance enhancement. It also reinforces Valvoline Cummins’ position as an innovative and progressive brand, committed to powering mobility solutions that drive progress.
In line with their shared sustainability goals, Valvoline Cummins will introduce Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) packaging across the supply chain for Mahindra, demonstrating a joint commitment to environmentally responsible business practices.
Sandeep Kalia, Managing Director of Valvoline Cummins Private Limited, stated, “As a trusted partner with Mahindra for over a decade, this evolution of our relationship marks a major milestone. It reflects our continued commitment to innovation, technology, customer service, and excellence in lubricants solutions.”
Michael Dreyer, Senior Vice President and General Manager APAC at Valvoline Global Operations, added, “Mahindra is fast becoming a trusted global brand, and Valvoline is well-positioned to support their ambitions across geographies. This strategic collaboration unites two trusted names with a focus on performance, innovation, and sustainability, delivering enhanced value for vehicles and customer experiences alike.”
