What TAKE 5 Oil Change does

TAKE 5 Oil Change is a Canadian quick-service automotive maintenance franchise chain operating under U.S.-based parent Driven Brands, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company has been a member of the Automotive Oil Change Association since 1987 and runs 30+ franchise retail storefronts across 4 Canadian provinces (British Columbia, Ontario, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island). Its service model centers on stay-in-your-car, contact-free oil changes completed in approximately 12 minutes, with no-appointment access and extended hours including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.

The core product is the oil change, with premium options offered through partnerships with Mobil 1, AMSOIL, and Castrol. Around this anchor, the chain sells an attached menu of routine maintenance services — engine and cabin air filter replacement, transmission service, coolant flush, wiper blades, seasonal tire changeover, power steering, light bulb replacement, and undercoating — together with a Fleet Program for commercial accounts. Technically, the operation uses standard automotive service equipment and certified technicians rather than any proprietary platform or AI system, and the company's value proposition rests on operational speed and convenience rather than technology differentiation.

Revenue is generated on a transactional, pay-as-you-go basis at each storefront, with promotional pricing distributed via email and SMS coupons (shortcode 82535) and location-specific discounts. The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer (individual drivers) supplemented by fleet/B2B accounts, distributed exclusively through owned and franchise retail locations with no DIY or e-commerce channel. Marketing is executed via organic social (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), direct email/SMS, the take5oilchange.ca website, and local in-store promotional offers. The unit economics, franchisee-level revenue, and system-wide financials are not publicly disclosed.

Name

TAKE 5 Oil Change

Legal name

TAKE 5 OIL CHANGE LLC

Website

https://take5oilchange.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

TAKE 5 Oil Change is a Canadian franchise chain of 30+ quick-service automotive maintenance storefronts offering 12-minute, stay-in-your-car oil changes and routine vehicle services across 4 provinces, serving individual drivers and commercial fleet accounts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Charlotte

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices26 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Automotive Maintenance Services: TAKE 5 generates revenue through transaction-based automotive maintenance services including oil changes, transmission services, coolant flushes, wiper blade replacement, air filter replacement, tire services, and other vehicle maintenance. Services are priced individually at the point of sale with no subscription requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

TAKE 5 Oil Change operates a quick-service automotive maintenance franchise chain providing drive-through oil changes completed in approximately 12 minutes, with customers remaining in their vehicles. Core services include economy and advanced oil change packages, plus add-on maintenance such as engine and cabin air filter replacement, transmission service, coolant flushes, wiper blade replacement, seasonal tire changeovers, power steering service, light bulb replacement, and undercoating. The company also runs a dedicated Fleet Program for commercial vehicle accounts.

Product overview

TAKE 5 Oil Change is a quick-service automotive maintenance chain offering a unified service model centered on rapid, stay-in-your-car oil changes completed in approximately 12 minutes. The core offering is the Oil Change service, available with Mobil 1 Synthetic Oil and other oil brands (AMSOIL, Castrol). The product portfolio spans core oil change services plus 10 add-on vehicle maintenance services including Engine Air Filter, Cabin Air Filter, Transmission Service, Coolant Services, Wiper Blades, Seasonal Tire Change Over, Power Steering, Light Bulb Replacement, and Undercoating. The company also operates a Fleet Program for commercial vehicle maintenance. All locations offer no-appointment necessary service with complimentary beverages while customers stay in their vehicles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Oil Change Core automotive maintenance service providing complete engine oil and filter replacement in approximately 12 minutes at drive-through service bays, with no appointment necessary and complimentary beverage while customers stay in their vehicles.
• Mobil 1 Synthetic Oil Premium synthetic motor oil option offered through partnership with Mobil 1, available as an upgrade within the oil change service.
• Engine Air Filter Replacement Service replacing engine air filter to prevent airborne contaminants from entering the engine, improving fuel efficiency and engine performance.
• Cabin Air Filter Replacement Service replacing cabin air filter that cleans air in the passenger compartment by filtering pollen and debris from air circulated through the HVAC system.
• Transmission Service Transmission fluid exchange service that lubricates moving parts, dissipates heat, and helps prevent wear and breakdown; recommended every 2 years or 48,000 kilometers.
• Coolant Flush Service Engine coolant replacement service that prevents overheating, helps rejuvenate seals, and prevents leaks; recommended every 3 years or 80,000 kilometers.
• Wiper Blade Replacement Wiper blade inspection and replacement service ensuring safe visibility during rain, snow, and sleet conditions, including beam (high-performance) blade options.
• Seasonal Tire Change Over Tire seasonal swap service preparing vehicles for winter or summer conditions, with tire rotation every 10,000 kilometers for maximum performance.
• Power Steering Service Power steering fluid replacement service that reduces heat and friction to prevent component wear; recommended every 2 years or 48,000 kilometers.
• Light Bulb Replacement Headlight and exterior light bulb replacement service checking all vehicle lights for safety, including single beam and dual beam configurations.
• Undercoating Rust protection service using a signature formula designed to soak into sheet metal while pushing moisture out, preventing rust formation; recommended twice yearly application.
• Fleet Maintenance Program Commercial fleet vehicle maintenance program offering dedicated service for businesses managing multiple vehicles, with a partner-based approach that understands business vehicle demands.

Quantifiable outcome

• Oil change completed in approximately 12 minutes
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Driven BrandscoreOthersDriven Brands is the parent company of TAKE 5 Oil Change. TAKE 5 is part of the Driven Brands family which also includes Meineke Canada, Maaco Canada, Carstar Canada, ABRA, 1800-Radiator, and other automotive service brands. The Canadian operations are governed under Driven Brands Canada with PIPEDA compliance.
• Mobil 1flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerTAKE 5 Oil Change proudly offers Mobil 1 synthetic motor oil. Mobil 1 has been trusted to keep vehicles running smoothly since before the first gasoline-powered automobile, from the Wright brothers' first flight to the latest Formula 1 cars. TAKE 5 locations prominently feature Mobil 1 as their premium synthetic oil option.
• AMSOILcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMSOIL is one of the premium synthetic motor oil brands offered at TAKE 5 Oil Change locations. TAKE 5 proudly pours AMSOIL synthetic oil products.
• CastrolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCastrol is one of the motor oil brands offered at TAKE 5 Oil Change locations. TAKE 5 proudly pours Castrol products as part of their oil change service offerings.
• Automotive Oil Change AssociationcoreOthersTAKE 5 Oil Change has been a member of the Automotive Oil Change Association since 1987, indicating adherence to industry standards and best practices.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Jiffy Lube: North America's leading quick-lube chain with a Canadian footprint and parent Jiffy Lube International. Directly competes with TAKE 5 on the 12-minute drive-through oil change model, no-appointment convenience, and fleet services, operating in overlapping Canadian markets.
• Lube Pros: Franchised quick-lube chain in the western US offering rapid oil change and minor maintenance. Comparable to TAKE 5 on service concept and franchise-driven unit growth, though geographically focused on US western states.
• Mr. Lube: Canada's largest dedicated quick-lube franchise chain with 170+ locations across all provinces. Directly comparable to TAKE 5 on core offering (drive-through oil change), target customer (Canadian vehicle owners), and business model (franchise quick-lube), and is the most direct Canadian competitor in the segment.
• Meineke: Canadian franchise arm of Meineke Car Care Centers and another sister brand to TAKE 5 under Driven Brands. Comparable as a franchised multi-service auto care peer with overlapping customer base, though Meineke emphasizes broader repair versus TAKE 5's quick-lube specialization.
• Midas: Automotive service franchise (brakes, oil, tires) operating in Canada and a sister brand to TAKE 5 under Driven Brands. Comparable as a franchised automotive services peer within the same Driven Brands Canada system, though Midas skews toward broader repair versus TAKE 5's quick-lube focus.
• Grease Monkey: US-based franchised quick-lube chain offering oil change and preventive maintenance services. Comparable to TAKE 5 in service model, franchise structure, and target customer (walk-in vehicle owners seeking convenience), though primarily US-focused.
• Valvoline Instant Oil Change: Major US-headquartered quick-lube chain that spun off from Ashland Oil; operates a stay-in-your-car service model almost identical to TAKE 5. Highly comparable on service concept, customer experience, and fleet maintenance programs, with a similar premium synthetic upsell strategy.
• SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service: US franchised quick-lube chain offering drive-through oil change and basic maintenance services. Comparable to TAKE 5 in core service offering, drive-through stay-in-car model, and franchise unit economics, though primarily US-based.

Broad incumbents

• Canadian Tire: Canada's largest automotive aftermarket retailer offering oil changes, tires, and maintenance services across hundreds of store-attached service bays. Comparable as a Canadian retail auto-service competitor with massive national density, but offers a broader merchandise mix rather than quick-lube specialization.
• Walmart Auto Care Centers: Mass retailer offering oil changes, tire services, and basic maintenance at Walmart store locations across North America. Comparable as a price-disciplined consumer oil-change competitor with broader retail foot traffic, though not a quick-lube specialist.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/Team_Take5
• Facebookfacebook.com/Take5Canada
• Instagraminstagram.com/take5canada
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/30-minute-oil-change-llc

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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