This strategic move signifies a significant advancement for Dilmar as it seeks to enhance its service offerings to customers throughout the Southeast and beyond.

Established in 1973 and headquartered in Spartanburg, SC, Taylor Enterprises operates seven locations across the Southeast. Its subsidiary, Taylor Lubricants, is renowned for delivering exceptional lubrication solutions, while SupplyPro, based in Atlanta, stands out as one of the largest full-line automotive wholesalers and e-commerce fulfillment centers in the Southern region.

Dilmar Oil Company’s President, Wade B. Stephens, commented, “We are excited to welcome the Taylor Enterprises employees and customers into the Dilmar Oil Company family. This acquisition puts us a step closer to our goal of becoming the premier lubricant marketer and lubricant service company in the Southeast. The Taylor family business brings with it a winning culture, logistical synergies, and a diverse product offering that will make the combined entity stronger.”

Eric Taylor, CEO of Taylor Enterprises, remarked, “It’s a wonderful thing to see two family companies, who have interacted in this business for so many years, finally become one integrated solution. A great combination of employees, customers, and assets. Stronger together than they were apart. Values, culture, and strength moving forward.”

The acquisition enhances Dilmar’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions, high-quality products, and exceptional customer service. This partnership, rooted in deep regional relationships and extensive experience, exemplifies a seamless alignment of shared values and professional expertise.

About Dilmar Oil Company

Dilmar Oil Company, Inc. was founded in 1932 by R.E. Atkinson and M.H. Cox to distribute Shell products. The name “Dilmar” combines the two counties—Dillon and Marion—where the company initially operated. In 1946, the Atkinson family took sole ownership of the company headquartered in Latta, SC. The corporate headquarters is in Florence, SC, and it has branch offices and bulk plants in various locations, including Latta, SC, Columbia, SC, North Charleston, SC, Dallas (Charlotte), NC, Goldsboro. More>>

About Taylor Enterprises

Taylor Enterprises, Inc. has been committed to excellence since 1973. Sandy & Jill Taylor launched their small business with a single truck driver distributing Texaco products in Spartanburg, South Carolina. In 1976, that distributorship was incorporated as Taylor Enterprises. Taylor continued to serve customers with care throughout the 70’s and 80’s, becoming a distributor of Shell Oil Products US (SOPUS) in 1985. During this time, Taylor continued to expand its business throughout South Carolina’s upstate and Western North Carolina. More>>