For those who aren't avid automotive enthusiasts, a vehicle's engine probably isn't at the forefront of your mind too often. You slip into the driver's seat, start the car and head to your destination ...

From ACEA’s new fuel-saving oil categories to OEM-specific approvals and viscosity myths, choosing the right engine oil is now a science-driven decision. Modern fleets and drivers must balance ...

The second car that I ever owned was a 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500 with a 6.6L Duramax diesel engine under the hood. It wasn't my first choice, but it was a hand-me-down from my father after my 1993 ...

Learn what the "E" in engine oil means, how it applies to heavy-duty diesel engines, and why it's important for commercial ...

Everything, even the smallest of things, can affect the performance of your engine. Whether topping off your fuel tank or driving on motor oil past its expiration date, you're slowly killing your car.

Along with requirements for the kind and weight of the oil they use, vehicle engines also have a set amount of oil they need, which varies by size. I reckon we're all aware of what happens to an ...

Let's talk about Zinc. When we say Zinc in reference to motor oil, we are actually referring to the compound Zinc DialkylDithioPhosphates. That's hard to say or spell, so we just call it Zinc or ZDDP.

Experienced drivers know that high mileage cars demand special attention. Most oil manufacturers advertise specific lines of engine oil made for high mileage vehicles. These are cheaper than their ...