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ConocoPhillips: Titanium Enhanced Oil

I recently wrote about some new motor oil additive technology that was coming down the pike, in the form of a liquid titanium anti-wear package. It looked like a promising new technology. Well, it appears that at least one major manufacturer has taken steps toward incorporating it into their heavy duty motor oils. ConocoPhillips [...]

Petroleum to Synthetic Oil & Back

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One very frequently asked question when dealing with the issues of lubrication and filtration issues, is one that goes something like this: “Mr. motor oil expert: I’ve heard that if I make the switch to synthetic oil in my vehicle, I can never go back. If I try to go back to petroleum oil, [...]

To use Multi-Viscosity Oils Or Not

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In recent years, multigrade oils have become much more commonplace in the lubricants industry. Obviously, one significant benefit to using a multi-viscosity motor oil is that it flows much better in cold temperatures, reducing cold start engine wear. So, clearly there is value to using a multigrade oil, IF you live in colder [...]

Mobil (Mobile) 1: The Lion’s Share

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There are a number of oil companies out there that are manufacturing oils which are good for extended oil drain intervals. However, since Mobil 1 still carries a big percentage of the market, I thought I might spend a little time touching on that particular brand. Recognizing that they can no longer stick to the [...]

Passenger Car Oil Information

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Finding useful and unbiased information related to passenger car oils can be nearly impossible. Sifting through the thousands of websites that are all trying to sell you their motor oil can be a frustrating process. But, fortunately, you’ve come to the right place. Database of Passenger Car Oils You’ll find alot of great articles on [...]

Which Motor Oil Viscosity Is Best?

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Probably the most common question I receive from people who know I’ve written a book about motor oil is, “What engine oil viscosity should I use for my …?” There is ALOT of confusion out there regarding this issue, and with good reason. Viscosity is actually much more complex than many people think. Even [...]