Frequently Asked Questions
Q: WHAT DOES THE OIL IN MY CAR DO?
A: Using the correct oil keeps your engine running smoothly by creating a thin, lubricating layer between metal surfaces, which stops them from grinding against each other and becoming worn/damaged. Oil also prevents corrosion, cools the engine and helps keep the engine clean and protected.
Q: WHAT IS SYNTHETIC OIL, PART-SYNTHETIC OIL AND MINERAL OIL?
A: Synthetic oils are chemically synthesised to meet the exacting demands of modern engines. This makes them more expensive to produce, but because they are tailor-made they provide the best performance, protection and fuel economy. They also remain stable at very high temperatures and fluid at very low temperatures.
Part-synthetic oils are a blend of mineral and synthetic oils. They provide better performance, protection and fuel economy than mineral oils, but not as good as a full synthetic. Mineral oils are made from naturally occurring crude oil which is refined and processed to remove waxes and impurities, and tend to be found in the thicker grades of engine oils.
A: Using the correct oil keeps your engine running smoothly by creating a thin, lubricating layer between metal surfaces, which stops them from grinding against each other and becoming worn/damaged. Oil also prevents corrosion, cools the engine and helps keep the engine clean and protected.
Q: WHAT IS SYNTHETIC OIL, PART-SYNTHETIC OIL AND MINERAL OIL?
A: Synthetic oils are chemically synthesised to meet the exacting demands of modern engines. This makes them more expensive to produce, but because they are tailor-made they provide the best performance, protection and fuel economy. They also remain stable at very high temperatures and fluid at very low temperatures.
Part-synthetic oils are a blend of mineral and synthetic oils. They provide better performance, protection and fuel economy than mineral oils, but not as good as a full synthetic. Mineral oils are made from naturally occurring crude oil which is refined and processed to remove waxes and impurities, and tend to be found in the thicker grades of engine oils.