The 2012 National Oil & Lube News Fast Lube Operators Survey indicates significant growth for synthetic motor oils and increasing oil change intervals. While synthetics accounted for 11 percent of total motor oil sales at fast lubes in 2011, the percentage increased to 15 percent in 2012. The average customer oil change interval increased 6 percent from 4,520 to 4,777 miles.

Demonstrating the inroads AMSOIL Dealers have made in the fast-lube industry, AMSOIL placed fifth on the list of top-selling synthetic motor oils, with 4 percent of fast lubes listing it as their top-selling synthetic oil.

Every Dealer should have at least one registered installer account to which they can send people who do not want to change their own oil. The AMSOIL Installer Kit (G250) contains all the materials necessary to make five sales presentations and register two installer accounts.

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When AMSOIL Dealer Jerry Pruett of Woodhull, Ill. purchased his new 1999 Kenworth over-the-road truck in December 1998, he thought it might run forever if he installed AMSOIL synthetic lubricants. Now with more than 1.6 million miles on the drivetrain and over 1.1 million on the factory-rebuilt engine, “forever” still remains in sight.

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The mileage is even more impressive considering how little work the truck has required. The Detroit Diesel Reliabilt^® engine still has virtually all of its original components, including the turbo and fuel injectors. The truck accumulates 2,300-3,000 miles a week hauling loads averaging 27,000-35,000 pounds, with some up to 80,000.

The reliability of the drivetrain is also notable. Though the clutch has been replaced a couple times, the transmission hasn’t been touched. “I’ve done nothing to the transmission. All the gears in it are at 1.6 million miles,” said Pruett. The differential gears are also original to the truck.

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New AMSOIL OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil (OEC) provides outstanding fuel
economy benefits for applications requiring an SAE 30 or 10W-30 diesel oil. Like
OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil, it offers high-quality protection and performance
for original equipment manufacturer (OEM )-recommended drain intervals at an
initial price comparable with other standard-drain synthetic diesel oils.

OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil is API CJ-4 licensed and suitable for modern and older, on- and off-road diesel applications. It is an excellent entry level product for customers who want to move up to synthetic quality, but won’t pay a significantly higher price than they would for a conventional oil or aren’t initially interested in extending their drain intervals. Meets Emissions System Requirements AMSOIL OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil is a low-sulfated-ash formulation that meets emissions system requirements and protects under the most severe conditions found in diesel engines. It is compatible with all exhaust treatment devices, including diesel particulate filters (DPF). Extreme-Temperature Performance OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil is formulated to deliver improved heat and oxidation resistance compared to conventional petroleum oil. It provides clean engine operation and helps maintain power and fuel efficiency for superior engine performance. OE Diesel Oil also flows dependably in cold temperatures for easier startup and improved engine protection. Resists Oil Consumption and Emissions Due to its low rate of volatility, AMSOIL OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil is able to reduce oil consumption and emissions. It maintains its excellent film strength even during high-temperature operating conditions to ensure dependable protection, performance and fuel efficiency. Controls Soot-Thickening and Wear AMSOIL OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil is formulated with premium synthetic base stocks and robust detergent/ dispersant additives that keep soot particles from agglomerating and forming larger wear-causing particles. Its synthetic formulation delivers optimal protection, maintaining performance by
staying in its viscosity grade. APPLICATIONS AMSOIL OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil is recommended for diesel engines and, where appropriate, gasoline engines requiring any of the following
specifications: • API licensed CJ-4/SN
• ACEA E9 • Cummins CES 20081
• MB 228.31 • CAT ECF-3, ECF-2,
ECF-1-a • Mack EO-O • Volvo VDS-4,
VDS-3 • MAN 3575 • Renault RLD-3
• MTU Type 2.1
AMSOIL adds a 10W-30
to the OE diesel family
New AMSOIL OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil (OEC) provides outstanding fuel
economy benefits for applications requiring an SAE 30 or 10W-30 diesel oil. Like
OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil, it offers high-quality protection and performance
for original equipment manufacturer (OEM )-recommended drain intervals at an
initial price comparable with other standard-drain synthetic diesel oils.
OE 10W-

AMSOIL Super Chevy Best of the Best: Tri-Five

August 21, 2012

In our new blog mini-series we’ll be covering each of the five categories in the AMSOIL Super Chevy Best of the Best program: Nova, Full-Size, Tri-Five, Chevelle and Camaro. These models have sustained a following of enthusiasts over the years, despite most no longer being in production. Next up in the series is the Tri-Five group, named for the glory years Chevy enjoyed with the production of their 1955-1957 models.

Of all the models Chevy produced in the fifties, the big change came in 1955 with the reinvention of Chevy that included the introduction of the small-block Chevy V8. While the Bel-Air is the most popular classic of the Tri-Five group, other models include the Nomad, Townsman, Two-Ten Delrays, Beauvilles, and One-Fifty Handymans. Each came in a variety of options from hardtops to convertibles, to sedans and wagons. In those days, buyers were given the freedom of purchasing a stripped down car and ordering everything from the engine size to the color and accessory options. These options included air conditioning, padded dash, tinted glass and even power windows and seats. The 1957 Bel-Air still holds a place in the minds of many as the iconic American car, known for being a solid, good looking automobile.

In the era of the fifties you could drive off the lot with a brand new Tri-Five Chevy for under $3,000.00. Today, they are worth upwards of $20,000 depending upon their condition. Even those in need of extensive work are fetching thousands, indeed more than their very first asking price. Enthusiasts spare no time or expense in restoring these classics, resulting in one of the largest collector car followings of its kind.

AMSOIL has had the pleasure of witnessing some of the best Tri-Five models turn out for Super Chevy shows and crowning them Best of the Best. Stay tuned for the next installment of the AMSOIL Super Chevy Best of the Best blog series as we take another walk down memory lane to discover what makes these classic Chevys so great.

Photos courtesy of Super Chevy Magazine.

AMSOIL Adds a 10W-30 to the OE Diesel Family

New AMSOIL OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil (OEC) provides outstanding fuel economy benefits for applications requiring an SAE 30 or 10W-30 diesel oil. Like OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil, it offers high-quality protection and performance for original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-recommended drain intervals at an initial price comparable with other standard-drain synthetic diesel oils.

OE 10W-30 Synthetic Diesel Oil is API CJ-4 licensed and suitable for modern and older, on- and off-road diesel applications. It is an excellent entry-level product for customers who want to move up to synthetic quality, but won’t pay a significantly higher price than they would for a conventional oil or aren’t initially interested in extending their drain intervals.

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AMSOIL Motorcycle Octane Boost

AMSOIL Motorcycle Octane Boost

Maximizes Power and Efficiency

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AMSOIL Motorcycle Octane Boost (MOB) increases octane for power and efficiency. It is designed to improve startup performance and eliminate engine ping and knock for increased power at low-rpm operation. Motorcycle Octane Boost contains detergents that help combustion chambers and fuel delivery systems maintain cleanliness for optimum performance. At the recommended treat rate, it does not harm catalytic converters or oxygen sensors and is compatible with all other AMSOIL fuel additives.

Maximizes Power & Performance
When treated at 1.3 oz. per gallon of fuel, MOB increases the octane of gasoline up to three numbers. Increased octane improves power and can eliminate performance-robbing and potentially damaging engine knock or ping (see below).

Motorcycle Octane Boost

Improves Low-rpm Performance
Engine knock is especially noticeable in some motorcycles during idle or low-rpm operation and high-temperature driving. Most modern bikes are equipped with sophisticated knock-detection systems that can alter spark timing and the air-to-fuel mixture until knock ceases. Although these systems protect the engine from damage, they can also cause reduced horsepower and poor low-rpm operability. AMSOIL MOB helps reduce the need for knock-detection systems to compensate, ensuring maximum low-rpm power and performance in modern bikes.

Cleans Harmful Deposits
Because Motorcycle Octane Boost contains active detergents, it can help maintain efficiency. For clean up, however, AMSOIL recommends treating gasoline with AMSOIL Quickshot®, which contains a greater concentration of cleaning agents.

What is engine knock and why does it matter?
The tendency of a hydrocarbon fuel, such as gasoline, to knock is measured by its octane number. Lower numbers denote a greater knock tendency; higher numbers denote greater knock control. “Engine knock” is a reference to the sound made from an uncontrolled and early ignition of fuel in the combustion chamber. It causes a knocking or pinging sound, robs the engine of power and can cause catastrophic engine damage. Knock may be eliminated by increasing the fuel’s octane.

What is Research Octane Number?
Research Octane Number (RON), Motor Octane Number (MON) and Anti-Knock Index (AKI) are the three most common octane ratings. AKI, the rating with which most North American motorists are familiar, is typically displayed on gas pumps as the average of the fuel’s RON and MON [(R+M)/2]. RON, however, is the most common industry rating. Therefore, AMSOIL uses the RON rating when conducting performance tests and product validation. Gasoline’s RON generally is a few numbers higher than the AKI posted on the gas pump (e.g. 87 octane fuel, or regular pump gas, has a RON of about 91-92).

 Motorcycle Octane Boost

When marketing their products, some additive manufacturers have adopted a points system where 10 points equals one octane number. A claim that an additive increases octane 30 points translates into an increase of three octane numbers. This approach is often used only to artificially strengthen marketing claims and is not endorsed by AMSOIL.

Treat Rate
One 4-oz. bottle of AMSOIL Motorcycle Octane Boost treats four to six gallons of gasoline. Slight overtreatment causes no issues,

APPLICATIONS
Motorcycle Octane Boost is primarily recommended for use in four-stroke air- or liquid-cooled motorcycles manufactured by Harley-Davidson®, Yamaha®, Honda®, Ducati®, BMW®, Triumph® and all other four-stroke motorcycles. It may be used in off-road applications, including ATVs, UTVs and snowmobiles, as an alternative to AMSOIL DOMINATOR® Octane Boost. Note: Clean spills immediately using a clean towel. If left standing, Motorcycle Octane Boost can stain painted or metal surfaces. If cleaned immediately, there is no need for concern.

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How often do you need an oil change?

Do you change your oil every 3,000 miles? The majority of drivers on the road have been bombarded by advertising that recommends changing their car’s oil every 3,000 miles, but the truth is that interval is no longer really necessary. Yes, engine oil does get dirty, and when that happens, it can clog engine parts, but if you’re driving a car that’s less than five years old, you’re probably wasting money — and oil — if you change it as frequently as that. Yes, knowing when to change oil is not as simple as some ad campaigns would have you believe. oil change

Changing the oil in your car every 3,000 miles was necessary in the 1970s, when most cars used 10W-40 oil, which tended to wear out within about 3,000 miles. Thanks to improvements in high-quality lubricants and tighter tolerances in the assembly of automotive engines, the 3,000-mile baseline simply does not apply to many cars on the road today; in fact, automakers now recommend you change oil at 5,000, 7,000, 10,000 or even as high as 15,000 miles for newer models under ideal driving conditions. For example, Toyota recommends you change oil at 5,000 miles for a 2005 Tacoma pickup, Honda recommends 7,500 miles for its 2002 Odyssey, General Motors suggests 7,500 miles for its 2007 Chevrolet Malibu, and Ford recommends 10,000 miles for its 2011 Fiesta. A 2008 Porsche Boxster can go 12,000 miles between changes, and a 2010 BMW 3 Series can go up to 15,000 miles before you change oil under ideal conditions; with this kind of complexity, it’s easy for consumers to be confused. oil change

How often do you need an oil change?

Almost 15 million Californians change their motor oil every 3,000 miles or more often, using more than 150 million gallons of motor oil each year – enough oil to fill 255 Olympic-sized swimming pools, according to a recent study by CalRecycle. CalRecycle spokesperson Jeff Danzinger says their studies indicate the state could reduce total motor oil consumption by as much as 10 million gallons per year if motorists were to change oil according to manufacturer recommendations. “If you’re changing your oil too soon, you’re needlessly creating waste oil and putting a strain on the system and supply,” Danzinger explains. oil change

(Photo: JASON ANFINSEN/Flickr)And that’s just California — wonder how much oil is being wasted across the entire United States by people who have fallen victim to advertising and don’t follow the intervals recommended in their owner’s manual? Across the country, reprocessors treat about 1.1 billion gallons of used oil yearly according to the American Petroleum Institute (API). 

Unless you’re driving a car that’s more than ten years old, or under super extreme conditions, there’s really no reason to change your oil at 3000 miles anymore. Let’s put that amount into dollars: Changing motor oil according to manufacturer specifications would reduce motor oil demand in California by approximately 10 million gallons per year, and could halve the amount of money those drivers spend on oil changes, which average about $25 at quick-change facilities and can cost significantly more if your vehicle uses long-life synthetic oil. Under normal driving conditions, following the automaker’s recommended intervals will not affect your car’s engine, its performance, or your warranty.

What Is Considered Severe Use?

Severe use involves extensive idling or driving frequently in stop-and-go traffic; operating in cold temperatures below 10 degrees or extreme temperatures above 90 degrees; extreme humidity; repeated short-distance trips of less than five miles; towing a trailer or hauling heavy materials; or using E85 fuel more than 50 percent of the time. If you do drive in any one of these conditions in a typical week, you are driving in severe conditions, and may need to change oil more often.

What Happens if you Don’t Change Oil in Your Car?

How often do you need an oil change?

As Alina Tugend of the New York Times says, “It just gets dirtier and dirtier. It’s like mopping the floor with a bucket of water and detergent. The water starts out clean, but the more you use it, the filthier it gets. Eventually, you’re making the floor dirtier if you don’t change the water.” Dirty oil no longer lubricates properly, increasing friction, operating temperature, and causing the engine to wear faster.

Do You Know When to Change Oil?

Your vehicle’s owners manual will tell you how often you need to change your oil. If you drive a newer model, the car may just tell you when you need to change your oil. Since 2003, General Motors has equipped nearly its entire North American lineup with the GM Oil Life System; in fact, since the 2010 model year, nearly half of American carmakers now offer Oil Life Monitoring Systems to tell drivers when their car actually needs its oil changed, including Acura, BMW, General Motors, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, and Mini. These Oil Life Monitoring systems automatically monitor engine characteristics, driving habits, cold starts, short-distance trips, and the climate in which the vehicle is operated, and then notify the driver when it is time to get an engine oil change with an signal on the dash indicating it’s time for service.

If you are an extremely low-mileage driver you should change oil at least once a year. Otherwise, if your vehicle is equipped with an oil life monitoring system, you can trust the info/alert in your dashboard to tell you more accurately when you need a change. Don’t have an Oil Life Monitoring System? Consult your owner’s manual, your auto manufacturer’s official website, or authorized dealer for more information. Curious about your car right now but don’t have an owner’s manual handy? You can find suggested oil change intervals for many makes and models all the way back to the 2000 model year on the nifty widget at www.checkyournumber.org.

Tired Of Changing Your Oil Every 3,000 Miles?

Then trade in that beat-up 1970′s jalopy for something newer! Consider these new models that boast 10,000 to 15,000 oil change intervals:

All 2012 Audi models suggest you change oil at 10,000 miles
All 2012 BMW models suggest you change oil at 15,000 miles
2012 Ford Fiesta, Flex, Focus, and Mustang models suggest you change oil at 10,000 miles
All 2012 Jaguar models suggest you change oil at 10,000 miles
2012 Lincoln MKT and MKX models suggest you change oil at 10,000 miles
All 2012 Mercedes-Benz models suggest you change oil at 12,000 miles
All 2012 Mini Cooper models suggest you change oil at 12,000 miles
All 2012 Porsche models suggest you change oil at 10,000 miles, though some can go as far as 12,000 miles between oil changes
Nearly all 2012 Toyota models go 10,000 miles between oil changes
All Volkswagen models can go 10,000 miles between oil changes

By Kathy Jenkins

For some time, we looked at advanced cars as cars that are full of hi-tech gadgets or go very fast. Although with those vehicles, each time the ignition is switched on, it is sending bad stuff out into the atmosphere, and into the world. Currently, quite a few engineers and scientists are looking to make vehicles that are clean for the environment. They have been concentrating on a system that will allow cars to run on energy that is not based on fossil fuels.

These advanced systems are going to use battery power to run electronics, air conditioning and system analytics instead of fuel. It’s being studied and researched very intently in hopes of discovering the answer. Some people involved are considering how such a system is likely to help reduce the amount of pollution being produced and how it can help improve the economy. A quest for alternative energy is important since we will eventually run out of fossil fuels. With a little luck, before we exhaust fossil fuels that we located our alternative and renewable energy source. We are going to one day have an advanced vehicle that not only can go at high speeds but can do so without fossil fuels.

When an innovative car uses up its energy, all we do is plug it in. Even though this advanced vehicle might not ride like a race car, it will not pollute the air. Extra power, which is required for climbing hills, is provided by ultra capacitors. Everything that demands power in these cars, needs to originate from something other than fuel. No matter what you have to do to manage the temperature in your car is vehicle thermal comfort. It might be as easy as rolling your window down or turning the air conditioner on. The advanced car of the future should be a vehicle that will take us anywhere without any potential inconveniences whatsoever and without having an effect on our environment.

The best car is one that is really dependable and calls for little or no maintenance. While our current cars have all sorts of nice amenities, it doesn’t mean it should continue in future cars. Our world is going to transform once fossil fuels have run out. As soon as that day arrives, there probably will not be as many choices as there are today. The truth is quite distressing and many people refuse to believe that it’s going to happen.

Our lives will alter after all the oil has run dry unless an alternative source is discovered by then. It’s possible that day will arrive sooner, rather than later, but we probably should conserve on what we have, in case it doesn’t.

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Whilst hybrid automobiles get many accolades for their efficiency, there are some disadvantages to having one. They are really growing in popularity everyday, since they produce low levels of toxic fumes, while effectively conserving fuel. In an effort to cut the cost of fuel usage, more and more people are getting rid of their conventional cars and purchasing a hybrid vehicle.

Just how hybrids have the capacity to consume a lesser amount of fuel is because they have a traditional gasoline engine, along with an electric motor and batteries. Both the engines work together by transitioning between electricity and gas under certain conditions. By using a hybrid car, your gas mileage could be 60 miles per gallon. Therefore, there is reason to think that a majority of cars will be hybrids some day. The cost of fuel is barely even felt by those driving a hybrid car. This is most likely one of the main great things about getting a hybrid car but there are others. If you live in the America, another benefit is a tax credit for buying a hybrid car. The government is additionally providing hybrid owners free parking, entry to car pool lanes, and even discounted fees on toll gates.

Hybrid cars tend to be different from an electric car, which has to be charged at an electric outlet at your home. The electric battery of a hybrid vehicle is energized through the braking you do while driving. Nevertheless, there are some drawbacks to driving a hybrid. One big drawback to a hybrid car stands out as the retail price. For many people, the price tag is way too high to be affordable and in some cases, to justify the cost. Ultimately, the automobile is actually more cost-effective than the conventional cars that are being driven instead. If you happen to tally up the cost of fuel used by both type of cars, you’ll find the hybrid will be cheaper. The initial price is the only thing that is expensive.

The batteries in hybrid cars are usually heavy making the cars heavier than similar conventional cars. The body weight of the battery pack compelled manufacturers to use lighter materials and smaller engines for the rest of the car. They need to be streamlined to be able to maximize efficiency, but this will keep them from every going very fast. There is also worry about the hybrid car’s capacity to withstand a serious accident. Because of the high amount of voltage stored in its batteries, if a hybrid car gets in an accident, there is a good possibility of being electrocuted. This could also put the rescuers in jeopardy as well. As a result, you may perhaps be concerned about getting into a car accident.

You can anticipate that car companies will always make every effort to further improve the technology to make it safer and more efficient. You’ll find that cars will not only be safer but very efficient as well.

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For those who are partial to car or van leasing, fuel efficiency may be a concern that needs to be addressed. If you are looking into the various aspects that may improve your energy consumption, you might also be interested in the best van to use. The size of the van, whether it is mechanical or electric, and the quality of the various components might all affect the efficiency of the van.

Regarding van size, you may find that smaller and lighter vans will be a good option if you are concerned about the effect on energy consumption. The bigger and heavier your chosen van is, the more energy will be required to get your vehicle moving. For this reason, larger vans might increase the amount of fuel you use, so you might prefer to opt for a smaller version.

In your efforts to save energy as you drive your car, you might decide that an electric van would be a good option because it can be more fuel efficient. You may find that an electric van creates less drag while driving because they may be smaller and lighter than mechanical versions, and so they reduce your car’s energy requirement. Your car’s use of energy can be further reduced because electric vans can switch off while cruising and therefore demand less energy.

Keep in mind that the quality of the blades on your van may affect the efficiency of its operation. Poor blades may need to work harder in order to be effective, causing a drain on your vehicle’s energy supply. If this concerns you, you might find that an electrical van with high quality blades is what you are looking for because the design of such vans may be optimized for blade efficiency.

Electric vans may continue to run after the engine has been switched off. Although this might require additional energy to perform, it also could help to minimize heat soak and cool your engine down. In this case, you might need to decide whether the effect on your engine is worth the additional power usage or not.

Belt driven vans may allow your van to operate more slowly when the temperature is lower in an effort to conserve energy. To further reduce the energy requirement of your van and to keep it operating smoothly, you may find it necessary to ensure that all the parts are in good working order and upgraded as necessary. The effectiveness of your van might be negatively affected by parts that are in need of replacement because they have become worn.

By skipping the energy storing steps that electrical vans require and operating the van directly as the vehicle moves, mechanical vans may reduce the amount of fuel required for them to run. Electrical vans run on electricity, which may need to be generated and stored in order to function optimally. Then, this power may need to ultimately be converted back into mechanical energy in order for the electrical van to function, possibly losing energy efficiency with each additional step.

If you are partial to a mercedes lease, you might find that you have concerns about the fuel efficiency of your vehicle of choice. Even small details, such as the size of the van, might be particularly important to you. With the help of this article, you might find it possible to choose the best van for you in terms of its size, effectiveness, and quality.