Oil & Lubrication - �㽶��Ƶֱ�� is the Tuner's Source for Modified Car Culture since 1999

AMSOIL Releases SEVERE GEAR 75W-85 Extreme-Pressure Gear Lube

2024-11-04T18:48:17+00:00

AMSOIL has expanded its SEVERE GEAR lineup with a new 75W-85 Extreme-Pressure Gear Lube, formulated for high-stress conditions like towing, hauling, and off-road driving. Designed to maintain viscosity and reduce metal-to-metal contact, this synthetic gear lube offers protection under heavy loads and across temperature extremes. AMSOIL’s proprietary additives form a durable barrier on gear surfaces, helping to prevent wear and manage heat effectively, even in demanding stop-and-go and high-acceleration scenarios.

Available in AMSOIL’s Easy-Pack for mess-free application, the 75W-85 gear lube joins a range of viscosities in the SEVERE GEAR family - 75W-90, 75W-140, 80W-90, 75W-110 and SAE 250. For those balancing fuel economy needs with reliable protection, this lighter-viscosity option aims to deliver strong performance without compromise.

Hot Shot's Secret Introduces Red Diamond Ultimate Motor Oil w/ FR3 Nano Technology

2024-07-16T16:27:29+00:00

Hot Shot's Secret, a rapidly expanding name in performance lubricants, introduces Red Diamond Ultimate, a new motor oil now available exclusively to authorized dealers. This oil is designed to meet and exceed General Motors dexos 1 Gen 3 standards while maintaining cleaner oil for longer, enhancing performance, engine protection, mileage, and horsepower.

Red Diamond Ultimate utilizes 100% Group III base oils combined with Hot Shot's Secret's proprietary FR3 Nano Technology. It's suitable for hybrid and internal combustion engines, particularly small displacement, turbocharged GDI engines, where it provides protection against low-speed pre-ignition. The formulation includes potent anti-wear agents and antioxidants, which help prevent timing chain and valve wear and combat high-temperature deposits that can reduce horsepower and fuel efficiency. The robust detergent package ensures the engine remains clean longer, even with frequent idling. For HEV and PHEV vehicles that experience frequent starts and stops, the enhanced shear and oxidation stability and long-lasting film strength of FR3 offer additional protection at startup when oil flow is intermittent.

Josh Steinmetz, Hot Shot’s Secret Brand Manager, expressed excitement about offering this new motor oil exclusively through their dealer network. "With three viscosities available, we anticipate high demand due to its compatibility with any vehicle requiring Dexos1 Gen 3. It also surpasses API SM, SN, and SN Plus, along with many Ford and Chrysler specifications. This addition allows service centers to provide superior protection for their customers' vehicles."

Red Diamond Ultimate Motor Oil is available in three viscosity grades—0W-20, 5W-20, and 5W-30—and in three sizes: 5-gallon, 55-gallon, and 330-gallon.

New motor oil for Mazda and Toyota models: LIQUI MOLY Special Tec AA 0W-8

2024-05-07T20:40:19+00:00

Mazda and Toyota hybrid owners rejoice! LIQUI MOLY has something that’s going to help lower your fuel consumption.

The low-viscosity premium oil offers maximum fuel-saving potential and high engine protection

The development of new lubricants continues at full speed. LIQUI MOLY is launching its thinnest motor oil to date on the market with the Special Tec AA 0W-8. “It offers the absolute maximum in fuel savings and at the same time comprehensive protection for the engine,” says Oliver Kuhn. He is Deputy Head of the Oil Laboratory at LIQUI MOLY.

LIQUI MOLY Special Tec AA 0W-8 meets the latest JASO GLV-1 standard, as required for hybrid models from Mazda and Toyota. The abbreviation AA in the product name indicates the vehicles. It stands for Asia & America. “The Japanese car manufacturers have always been very open to fuel economy. That was the driving force behind low-viscosity oils, starting with 0W-20,” says Oliver Kuhn. These viscosities are only possible for gasoline engines, which is why the land of the rising sun always played a pioneering role in the development of these special motor oils. This is also the case with hybrid-powered cars.

Modern engines require ever more modern motor oil, which is why the industry invests a great deal of development work in this area. Hybrids have special requirements in terms of motor oil. Oliver Kuhn knows that, although these units are smaller, they are not subject to less stress, but rather more: “Such an engine often has to cope with high revs from a standstill, i.e. when cold. This opens the door for water entry. Oxidation resistance as well as heat and corrosion protection are additional parameters that are incorporated into lubricant development. As a result, the choice of additives becomes more difficult, as does the selection of the base oil. Consistently highest quality is a basic requirement; the margin for tolerances is extremely small.” A comparison with high-performance sport suggests itself: In the competition of top athletes, the one who does all the little things right, too, has the edge.

Development outlook: “0W-8 is currently the lowest viscosity class,” says the LIQUI MOLY expert. “It would be possible to go even lower, but the effort required would be immensely high. In 2015, the viscosity grades were extended downward to 0W-16 /-12 /-8 by the ‘Society of Automotive Engineers’ (SAE). Correspondence in the API was not possible. This is why the ILSAC GF-6B standard was defined, which currently only extends to SAE 0W-16.” At the same time, the Japanese Automotive Standards Organization (JASO) developed a new specification for extra low-viscosity oils called JASO GLV-1 (Gasoline Low Viscosity). It is the currently valid standard.

Incidentally, there is great demand for the new LIQUI MOLY Special Tec AA 0W-8 in Europe. Toyota specifies an oil with maximum fuel savings in the vehicle manual. For this reason, workshops and brands are eagerly awaiting the fuel-efficiency champion.

For more information visit www.liqui-moly.com

AMSOIL Signature Series 0W-16 Synthetic Motor Oil

2024-03-28T17:35:26+00:00

Introducing the latest breakthrough from the pioneers at AMSOIL. The all-new AMSOIL Signature Series 0W-16 100% Synthetic Motor Oil sets the standard for optimum performance and longevity in today's demanding automotive landscape. Crafted specifically to cater to Toyota and Honda applications mandating a 0W-16 viscosity, this remarkable addition to the Signature Series lineup redefines engine care for a new generation of drivers.

AMSOIL Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil stands head and shoulders above the competition, delivering a staggering 75% more engine protection against horsepower loss and wear than what's demanded by industry standards. At the heart of its superiority lies a formidable blend of cutting-edge technology. With a robust fluid film, AMSOIL Signature Series keeps critical metal surfaces impeccably separated, while its potent anti-wear additives work tirelessly to minimize wear in high-stress areas like pistons and cams. The result? Enhanced engine life and unrivaled performance, mile after mile.

In a world where low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) poses a significant threat to engine health, AMSOIL Signature Series emerges as the ultimate safeguard. Achieving a flawless 100% protection against LSPI in rigorous engine tests mandated by the GM dexos1® Gen 2 specification, this oil goes above and beyond to shield your engine from the perils of modern driving.

Turbocharged, direct-injection engines demand nothing short of perfection – and AMSOIL delivers. With turbocharger protection exceeding the stringent requirements of the GM dexos1 Gen 2 specification by an impressive 72%, AMSOIL Signature Series ensures optimal performance under the most demanding conditions.

Diverse in application yet unwavering in performance, AMSOIL Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil is available in a range of eight meticulously engineered viscosities, including 0W-16, 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30, 10W-30, 0W-40, and 5W-50. Backed by a steadfast guarantee of protection for up to 25,000 miles or one year under normal service conditions, it's the ultimate choice for drivers who demand nothing but the best for their engines.

For more information, visit AMSOIL.com

Unboxed: LiquiMoly Oil & Additives for Daily Driver and Track Car

2024-03-25T16:16:14+00:00

Your car’s fuel system and oil system are the lifeblood of your engine. In tandem with your cooling system, the fluid passageways in, through, and out of your engine keep everything running smoothly and making power efficiently. When it comes to vehicle maintenance, the fuel and oil systems are often overlooked outside of routine fluid changes. Save for a few modifications like aftermarket fuel pumps and injectors, many enthusiasts never give their fluid systems a second thought.

Additionally, we all have habits that we get stuck in as car enthusiasts - certain things we do a certain way just because that’s the way we’ve always done it. For some, it’s a continued use of a lesser oil - perhaps a conventional or semi-synthetic oil - in an older engine because it’s the way it’s always been treated. Perhaps you’ve been told that it’s dangerous to your engine to switch oil types after using one type for so long, as contaminants from the previous oil type may still be embedded in the oil galleys. While that could partially be the case, and there is a tiny bit of truth to that, most fears of switching oil types are overblown.

In this unboxing, our friends at LiquiMoly hooked up our Editor, Adam Gordon, for both his daily driver Lexus, as well as his project S13. Gordon was a skeptic about the factors we mentioned above, so LiquiMoly doubled down and sent twin treatment packages so he could start with his daily driver and see the results first-hand before treating the SR20DET in his S13 to a new life of fully synthetic oil. Included in the care packages were Gasoline System Cleaners, JECTRON Fuel Injection Cleaners, Pro-Line Engine Flush, Motor Oil Saver designed to restore old seals in the engine, and of course the best LiquiMoly engine oil for each vehicle.

For more information on any of these products, be sure to visit Liqui-Moly.com

LiquiMoly is on Amazon! Check out their Amazon store: https://amzn.to/3UbcDL3

New oil for Stellantis Group models: LIQUI MOLY TOP TEC 6310 0W-20

2024-03-21T15:59:36+00:00

Premium oil developed especially for vehicles of the PSA Group

Just because your Jeep has the aerodynamic characteristics of a brick doesn’t mean your wallet has to suffer! Jeep owners, and any other Stellantis Group car owners can benefit from LIQUI MOLY’s newest drop, the TOP TEC 6310 OW-20 designed for the PSA Group’s stringent PSA B71 2010 requirements.

With Top Tec 6310 0W-20, LIQUI MOLY is launching a new motor oil on the market that meets the requirements of the PSA Group (PSA B71 2010), among others. “This is a top-of-the-line oil that reduces fuel consumption and at the same time offers the engine comprehensive protection,” says Oliver Kuhn, deputy head of the LIQUI MOLY oil laboratory.

Top Tec 6310 0W-20 is primarily intended for petrol, petrol/hybrid and diesel engines from the model year 2018 for Citroën, DS, Fiat, Jeep, Opel, Peugeot and Vauxhall vehicles. This oil is required for PSA engine types that require a lubricant of specification PSA B71 2010. These engines are used by various brands of the Stellantis Group.

This low-viscosity lubricant helps particularly small engines from these series to achieve the best possible performance with low wear. The new product masters the balancing act between maximum fuel savings and an extremely thin but durable lubricant film. “With such an oil, the engine needs less power to pump it. This is one of many adjustments made by the auto makers to reduce fuel consumption and emissions,” Oliver Kuhn explains “The automotive industry’s unbroken trend is away from viscous engine oils.” This is also followed by the new lubricant, which complements the range of premium oils from LIQUI MOLY.
For more info visit LIQUI-MOLY.com

ENEOS Racing Series Oils - Racing Pro and Racing Street

2024-03-18T17:54:34+00:00

If you’re a dedicated racer driver, weekend warrior, or even just a driver who pushes their engine to its limit, you’ll want to pay attention to ENEOS newest RACING SERIES line of oils. Thanks to decades of collaborative research with Japan’s top automakers as well as its worldwide racing partners, ENEOS RACING Series has been designed to deliver exceptional performance under brutal and harsh conditions, providing maximum horsepower - and protection - for racing vehicles.

The line is divided into 2 groups:
ENEOS Racing PRO (available in 10W-50 and 0W-20)
ENEOS Racing Street (available in 0W-20 and 0W-50)

The blend for each of the oils is unique, but each one is designed to provide oxidization and temperature stability while preventing sludge build-up, even in the face of rigorous abuse and high temperatures. These racing oils will offer superior and long-lasting lubrication and protection at a wider range of temperatures than most racing oils, ensuring your power and protection stays consistent, no matter how long you stand on the limiter.

For more details, including specific formulas, and where to buy ENEOS Racing Series oils, visit their website at ENEOS.us