Engine oils serve as the lifeblood of every engine. They provide lubrication, cooling and protection against wear. But how can you recognize a high-quality engine oil and why is the right choice so important?
The importance of high-quality engine oils
Modern high-performance lubricants must be able to cope with increasingly longer operating times. Oil change intervals of up to 50,000 km or 2 years in the passenger car sector and up to 150,000 km and more in the commercial vehicle sector are possible today. The service life, reliability and performance of an engine depend not only on the quality of the base oil, the additive package and the viscosity of the engine oil, but also on the load placed on the engine by frequent starting, short journeys or long downtimes.
The right oil for your vehicle
The right choice of engine oil is the best prerequisite for lower oil consumption, less fuel consumption and fewer breakdowns. It's not about the product being labeled as fully synthetic or synthetic, but about identifying and using the right oil standard for your vehicle. The "right oil" can be formulated from a variety of different base oils and additives to meet the technical requirements.
More power, less wear - why quality pays off
The advantages of high-quality engine oils:
- Better protection against wear, deposits and corrosion, even under extremely difficult conditions.
- Universal usability in all vehicles and machinery, avoiding mix-ups.
- Miscibility and compatibility with other high-quality brand engine oils that meet the quality requirements of engine manufacturers.
- Can be used as a year-round oil. The use of multigrade oils, especially low-friction engine oils, is recommended here.
- Reduced fuel consumption, especially at low temperatures and in short-distance operation.
- Optimum cold start behavior. All lubrication points are quickly supplied with oil. Protects batteries and starter motors and cold-start wear is measurably reduced.
