You Might Have a Tough Time Finding Oil for Your Next Oil Change

In the News | Ducker Carlisle | June 24, 2026

Nate Chenenko, analyst at Ducker Carlisle, appeared on the Driving You Crazy podcast with host Jayson Luber on June 24, 2026, to discuss the synthetic motor oil shortage and what it means for everyday drivers.

The episode covers the supply disruption at the root of the shortage: nearly half of the base oil used to make synthetic motor oil in the U.S. originates from the Middle East. Even with shipping beginning to stabilize, industry analysts expect shortages to persist through next year, affecting consumers at their next oil change. Nate explains what is driving the supply disruption, how it is flowing through the supply chain, and what drivers and service operators should expect.

The conversation also covers broader topics including global supply chain dynamics and autonomous vehicles.

Listen to the full episode: https://drivingyoucrazy.podbean.com/e/e403-you-might-have-a-tough-time-finding-oil-for-your-next-oil-change/

Source: Driving You Crazy Podcast, Denver7 | June 24, 2026