Gulf Oil is famous for being one of the original members of the seven sisters, the original American oil companies it continues to provide high quality products and services throughout the world today.

Gulf Oil was founded in 1901 at the time of discovery of oil at Spindletop, Texas. Gulf Oil opened the first drive through filling station in the world and Orange Disc logo.

The Gulf orange disc has grown to an iconic status since its creation, enjoying strong brand recognition with people from all parts of the world.

Gulf Oil has a vast history in its association with motorsports, particularly Aston Martin and the Le Mans 24 hour race. Also nobody could forget the legendary Steven McQueen in this astonishing performance in the film, Le Mans.

Gulf Oil was introduced to Ireland by National Oil Brands Ltd, a company controlled by Sligo based business man Dermot Fallon. Dermot has a long family history in the service station industry and he developed a national lube oil distribution business in the Republic of Ireland.