I definitely noticed the slowdown in my lawn care business this spring. People are worried and/or have real financial issues that prevent them from spending money on things that aren't a necessity. But no matter how tight things get, people still need their vehicle to take them to work. Companies still need to have their fleet serviced. This is why a mobile oil change business can thrive even in a bad economy. Keeping a vehicle running well isn't a luxury, it's a must. And if someone is working an extra job or a company has added a second shift to keep vehicle count (capital expenditures) down, the benefits of having the oil change come to them is very valuable. The business owner doesn't have to pay an employee to sit at a quick lube bay. He just needs to give you access to the keys after hours. The average guy or gal can still get the service done for a comparable price while at work without having to take a long lunch or get off work early.

I've been having a hard time figuring out the best software to run this business on. What are you all using?

Where are you getting most of your oil and your filters from?

Welcome to the group! I am so glad you joined. Before you start jumping into comments or asking questions, please take a quick minute to introduce yourself in a new post, I’d love to know who you are and what you’re working on. When I looked around, I was honestly surprised that there wasn’t already a dedicated space like this for the mobile oil change industry. It’s such a practical, high-demand service, and I really wanted to create a place where we can help each other navigate the ins and outs of getting started and growing successfully. A little bit about me: I’ve spent years in the service industry and currently manage a fleet of 15 vehicles doing recurring maintenance work. I’ve learned a lot of lessons the hard way, and my goal is to pass some of that knowledge on to you. There is nothing I enjoy more than helping fellow small business owners get their feet off the ground and scale up. We are still in the process of building out the community and adding more resources and guides, so thank you for your patience as we grow. A quick heads-up on the future of the group: We will be transitioning to a paid community model soon. However, because you joined us early, you are officially “grandfathered in.” As long as you stay active and engaged, you will keep your free status permanently. It’s our way of saying thanks for being a founding member of this community. So, let’s get the ball rolling, drop a post below and tell us a bit about yourself. Most importantly, tell us: what is the main reason you want to start your own business? Looking forward to hearing your story!