Chevron Oronite says it is ready for the May 2020 launch of ILSAC GF-6 with the introduction of OLOA® 55600, which has been thoroughly tested in real-world conditions, is compatible with hybrids, and incorporates the company’s latest passenger car motor oil (PCMO) technology. “PCMO specifications have seen a significant change in performance requirements over the […]

Infineum announced that it has added the following new original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications to its established passenger car motor oil (PCMO) portfolio: Renault RN17, Volkswagen VW 511 00 and Porsche C40. This additional coverage augments the existing wide range of Infineum products carrying many OEM claims across a broad viscosity grade range. These products […]

The global passenger car motor oil (PCMO) market is projected to drop 13% from a 2040 baseline if current government announcements are realised, says Teri Crosby, Product Line Manager for Automotive Engine Oils, from Chevron Oronite. Speaking at F+L Week 2019 on March 6, at the Grand Hyatt Singapore, Crosby suggested that more rapid changes […]

Shell has retained its number one position as the leading global supplier of automotive and industrial lubricants for the 12th consecutive year, according to a new report released by U.S.-based consulting firm Kline & Company. “This is a fantastic achievement for Shell Lubricants and testament to our focus on meeting our customers’ evolving needs with […]

The development of the new International Lubricants Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC) GF-6 passenger car engine oil (PCEO) category has been a long and arduous process, which continues to this day. Over six years after the “Needs Statement” was proposed, this industry effort is now at the end of the engine test development stage and moving […]

Due to shifting consumer behavior and OEMs’ desire to capture a greater share of the aftermarket sales and service of their vehicles, genuine oil consumption is projected to grow at a strong compound annual growth rate of 4% through 2022 across all major markets, according to the recently published OEM Genuine Oil Brands and Programs in […]

The Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) has regularly expressed a desire to promote the adoption of high quality lubricants in Asian markets. While much of the world waits on ILSAC GF-6, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA), the Society of Engineers of Japan (JSAE), and the Petroleum Association of Japan (PAJ) have been developing a […]

Calumet Specialty Products Partners, an independent producer of specialty hydrocarbon and fuel products based in Indianapolis, Ind., U.S.A, announced the introduction of three new Bel-Ray product lines for passenger car motor oils (PCMO), commercial and industrial lubricants. These new Bel-Ray products will replace some products that are currently sold under the Quantum brand. Calumet acquired […]

Accounting for 40% of the global market, Asia-Pacific is now the leading region for finished lubricant demand. Emphasis on fuel economy and a modern vehicle parc will drive the use of synthetics and other lighter viscosity grade lubricants for passenger car motor oil (PCMO) in the region, according to U.S.-based consultancy firm Kline & Co. […]

Low viscosity engine oils are destined to account for more than 7% of total global passenger car motor oils (PCMO) by 2023, according to U.S.-based consulting firm Kline & Company. Currently, SAE 0W-XX viscosity grade makes up less than 5% of that market. This would mean a growth of more than two percentage points over […]