Modern cars require a lot of different fluids. Most people know about engine oil. However, many people may not realize that engine oil comes in various types, classifications, and consistencies. In ...

Are you unsure about the correct ratio of oil to gas for your outdoor equipment? It can be confusing, especially if you're not familiar with the process. Using the wrong ratio can damage your tools ...

Engine oils are the lifeblood of a vehicle's engine, ensuring its smooth operation, longevity and protection against wear and tear. When extreme cold temperatures arrive, the choice of engine oil ...

Over the past 40-plus years, I have changed the oil in more engines than I can begin to count. If you're about to change the ...

A question often asked by equipment managers is “how do temperatures impact lubrication?” This is especially true in locations where the climate can swing from extremely cold winters to hot summers, ...

In the era of quick-change oil shops, it's easy to overlook what's actually going into your vehicle's engine. After all, the ...

Everyone thinks their job is tough, but the chemists formulating modern motor oil really earn their paychecks. As the EPA continues tightening up on emissions standards, it has forced motor oil ...

Procedures for “breaking in” new, remanufactured or rebuilt engines are evolving. Standard procedure in past decades was to use break-in oil in a “new” engine for the first 100 hours. During that time ...