| Over the past 20 years, we have seen
substantial advances in automotive engine designs, coupled with stricter
environmental requirements. The engine manufacturers are demanding
longer and longer intervals between servicing and thus greater
expectations on engine life. The lubricant manufacturers have spent
vast sums of money developing new oils to satisfy the above needs,
working very closely with the car manufacturers to ensure the correct
results.
It is vital that the correct balance of performance and price be
found and the end results are lubricants that not only will last longer,
but significantly reduce the amount of wear during the vehicle’s life.
In today’s ever increasing awareness for cleaner emissions,
Governments are imposing very strict limits on these emissions and this
is echoed in the new regulations on MOT tests. It is also recognised
that the main reasons for failure are poorly maintained and/or worn
engines.
With the above statements in mind, are
you using the correct performance lubricant ?
The graph below clearly shows the relative advantages of regular oil
changes in conjunction with the use of the higher performance crankcase
lubricants now available.
The graph below also illustrates how the latest API SJ oils can
significantly reduce engine wear on 10000 mile drain period over
standard SG oils. (tests show up to 50%)
Typical wear rates of different
performance level lubricants.
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