Next Generation Engine Oil Standards
Next-generation engine oil standards are under development. Historically, passenger car and heavy-duty OEMs have sought to assure that engine oil is in the market which meets and protects their new engine technology and the lubricants industry responds. In 2021, work on a new diesel engine oil category, PC-12 (Proposed Category 12), was started. And in 2022, ILSAC requested a new gasoline engine oil category, GF-7. This presentation will provide the latest updates the progress of PC-12 and ILSAC GF-7.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Bill O’Ryan has worked in the transportation lubricants industry for 30 years. His background includes additive package development, engine, and driveline testing.
He joined the American Petroleum Institute (API) in 2022 and is currently Senior Manager of the Engine Oil Licensing and Certification System (EOLCS). Engine Oils certified under the EOLCS program are authorized to display two marks, the API Service Symbol (aka “Donut”) and the Certification Marks (aka “Starburst” and “Shield”).
In addition, he also manages the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Certification Program. Fluids certified under the DEF Certification Program are authorized to display the API Diesel Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark. Both voluntary programs help consumers identify quality fluids for their gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles.
He also manages the Aftermarket Audit Program (AMAP), an annual program in which thousands of engine oil and DEF samples are purchased in the marketplace around the globe and tested to ensure conformance with required specifications.
O’Ryan graduated from Cleveland State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
