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Why Lubricant Procurement Is Broken for Automotive Retailers in India?

Understanding the challenges of lubricant sourcing, engine oil distribution, and B2B automotive supply chains in Tier 2 & Tier 3 markets
13 January 2026 by
Why Lubricant Procurement Is Broken for Automotive Retailers in India?
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For thousands of automotive retailers and distributors in India, lubricant procurement remains one of the most time-consuming and inefficient parts of the business. Despite lubricants being a high-demand product, sourcing engine oil, gear oil, and automotive lubricants reliably—at the right price and quality—continues to be a daily challenge, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets.

The Ground Reality of Lubricant Sourcing in India

Traditionally, retailers depend on local distributors or travel to nearby hubs for engine oil procurement. This often leads to:

  • Loss of business hours due to travel

  • Shop closures during peak demand

  • Inconsistent lubricant pricing across regions

  • Frequent stockouts of fast-moving lubricant brands

For low-margin products like automotive lubricants, high logistics costs and poor supply visibility directly reduce profitability.

Pricing Inconsistency & Low Margins in Lubricants

Lubricant prices vary widely across states due to fragmented lubricant supply chains in India. Retailers in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities often pay more, while distributors struggle with rising logistics costs and delayed payments. This makes lubricant distribution a high-volume, low-margin business where efficiency is critical.

Counterfeit Lubricants: A Growing Risk

The Indian market faces a serious issue of fake engine oils and counterfeit lubricants. Without access to verified suppliers, retailers risk stocking substandard products—hurting customer trust and long-term growth. Ensuring genuine automotive lubricants has become as important as competitive pricing.

Cash Flow Challenges for Distributors & Retailers

Delayed settlements and credit dependency continue to impact automotive distributors and lubricant suppliers. Slow cash cycles restrict inventory planning and business expansion, especially for small and mid-sized traders.

How BrooMax Is Solving Lubricant Procurement

BrooMax is a B2B lubricant commerce platform designed to simplify lubricant sourcing for automotive businesses. By connecting verified buyers and suppliers, BrooMax enables:

  • Access to genuine, quality-assured engine oils and lubricants

  • Competitive and transparent lubricant pricing

  • Reduced logistics costs through an optimized supply network

  • Faster settlements and improved cash flow

  • Reliable lubricant availability in Tier 2 & Tier 3 markets

Instead of fragmented procurement, BrooMax offers a tech-first lubricant distribution network built around real on-ground challenges.

The Future of Lubricant Distribution in India

As India’s automotive market continues to grow, lubricant procurement and distribution must evolve. Digital platforms, verified sourcing, and efficient logistics will shape the future of B2B automotive trade.

BrooMax is building that future—helping retailers, distributors, and suppliers focus on growth instead of operational hurdles.

Join BrooMax and simplify lubricant procurement for your automotive business.