Walk into any parts store and you'll see the rows of glossy bottles promising to stop engine wear, boost fuel economy, and make your old clunker run like it just rolled out of the factory. The auto ...

Some thoughts on oils used to lubricate gasoline-fueled engines: 1. The latest, “highest” API (American Petroleum Institute) rating for oil used to lubricate spark-fired engines is “SN.” The API SN ...

This paper explains the mechanisms that affect lubricating oil consumption in stationary gas engines. It explains the positive and negative consequences of oil consumption. It discusses the importance ...

Putting vegetable oil in a car engine is a terrible idea and should never be done, or at least that's what some experts say.

You may recall the article entitled "The Slippery Truth About Oil" from the June '06 issue of HPP (also available at www.highperformancepontiac.com). In it, we discussed the negative effects some ...

Products are designed to address the unique challenges faced by hybrid engines, like frequent stop-start wear and moisture build-up, offering advanced protection where traditional additives fall short ...