Valor Oil Enters Richmond and Lexington Market with Acquisition of Riley Oil
Valor Oil announces the acquisition of Bob Riley Distributing Co., DBA Riley Oil, a leading refined petroleum distribution company based in Lexington and Richmond, KY. This acquisition will be effective April 30th, 2025, and marks a significant milestone in Valor Oil’s strategic growth within the Kentucky oil markets.
Riley Oil, known for its extensive fleet fueling locations and fuel delivery services, will integrate seamlessly into Valor Oil’s operations. This merger will enhance Valor Oil’s ability to serve a broader customer base with an expanded range of fuel, additives, lubricants, and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) products.
“My family has known the Riley’s for generations. It is with great honor that we are able to carry on their legacy in the Greater Lexington market. The move into Lexington gives us physical presence in Kentucky’s 4 largest cities and, brings our total count to 7 bulk plants in Kentucky and the Carolinas. Our cardlock customers will gain access to five fleet fueling locations across Richmond, Lexington, and Nicholasville. Valor will bring our full line of lubricants, DEF, additives, and racing fuels into the Richmond bulk plant. I have been eyeing this market for over 10 years and knew from the beginning that co-owners Bob Riley and Libby McCarty had the perfect company that could plug in seamlessly to our vision. On top of it all, two of our owners are University of Kentucky Alumni and very active KFUND members who are ecstatic to be able to offer our services in this market,” said Josh Emmick, President of Valor Oil. “This acquisition aligns with our vision to strengthen our market presence and deliver exceptional service to our customers across Kentucky. Riley Oil’s reputation for excellence and commitment to quality perfectly complements our own values.”
The Kentucky oil market has grown substantially in recent years, driven by increased demand for energy and petroleum products. Valor Oil’s acquisition of Riley Oil positions the company to capitalize on this growth and further solidify its leadership in the region.
About Valor Oil
Valor Oil, a third-generation petroleum distributor located in Owensboro, Kentucky, offers a comprehensive range of products including private label and major brand gasoline, diesel fuels, racing fuels, lubricants, antifreeze, and other petroleum-related items. The company primarily serves the Ohio Valley Region, which encompasses parts of Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina, while its racing fuels are distributed nationwide. Established in 1966 as Emmick Oil, Valor Oil has been a trusted provider of petroleum products and services for decades, with facilities in Louisville, Bowling Green, Florence, Maysville, and Loris.