Can Your Motor Oil Handle the Seven Responsibilities of a Lubricant? Ed Newman|May 24, 2017 8:30 AM Most motorists understand the primary functions of motor oil: reduce friction and wear. However, motor oil and other lubricants must do more to protect your vehicles and equipment. With engines and equipment becoming more powerful and sophisticated, it […]
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New Motor Oil Specs are Coming
New Motor Oil Specs are Coming Josh Kimmes|May 02, 2017 9:11 AM As engine operating conditions grow more severe, so do the demands placed on your motor oil. New engine hardware such as turbochargers, direct injection and variable valve timing (VVT) place increased stress on your engine oil. You may find yourself asking, why do […]
Variable valve timing improves engine ef...
Variable valve timing improves engine efficiency. Quality oil is vital for keeping sensitive components clean and functioning properly. Matt Erickson | TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGER, PASSENGER CAR Variable valve timing (VVT) is one of the big-three engine technologies (along with turbocharging and direct fuel injection) automakers have turned to in the last several years to meet […]
A Look at Today's Gasoline Issues and Qu
Gasoline is the source of your vehicle’s power – and many of its problems. Gasoline quality is vital, yet often overlooked. Dan Peterson | VICE PRESIDENT, TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT Gasoline’s influence on our lives can’t be overstated. Remember how the gas lines of the 1970s disrupted daily life? People waited hours to fill up – if […]