ACEA 2008 Is Here
The European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) released the latest version of the European Oil Sequences on the 22nd December 2008. This issue of the Oil Sequences demand higher performance from automotive engine oils in areas such as aftertreatment protection, fuel economy and durability. It contains new engine tests and some existing engine tests have been removed from the sequences. More>>>
The Relative Performance Tool
The performance charts are not a literal translation of a performance specification and should not be used as a replacement for evaluating engine oil performance in accordance with the relevant vehicle manufacturer’s requirements. You are now able to access either the Passenger Car or Heavy Duty Vehicle comparison tool using the links on this page. Once inside one performance tool you can easily switch to the other specification set from within the tool. More>>>
Western European Trends
The Western European Engine Oil Market is undergoing a period of dramatic change as a result of three distinct factors, each of which addressess an environmental concern. The first factor is the continuing move to reduce potentially harmful vehicle exhaust emissions. Changes in European Union emissions legislation is resulting in new engine designs and aftertreatment systems being introduced.
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Western European Trends Presentation
Western European Trends Video
