The shortage has spread from wholesale energy markets into retail channels. This rationing of motor oil at the warehouse level is part of a broader supply crisis for lubricating oil affecting retail consumers across the United States.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Costco Rations 10 Quart Motor Oil to 2 Per Week at $57.99
Commodities30 days ago
Supply shortages for lubricating oil in the US have hit the consumer market, leading to purchase restrictions at a major warehouse retailer. Costco now limits customers to 2 bottles of 10 quart motor oil per week and raised the price for the product to $57.99. The wholesaler implemented these measures as lubricant availability declines nationwide.
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