The engine oil is stored in a pan known as the sump which is generally located in the bottom of the engine. This is where around four to eight quarts of the engine oil is stored. While most cars have a wet sump, some cars also have dry sumps. A wet sump is basically where … Read more
The engine is the most vital component in any vehicle and the right engine oil plays a very important role in ensuring the longevity and durability of the engine. Engine oils come is various viscosities and each engine is usually built for an engine oil of specific viscosity. So, the comparison today is between two … Read more
The primary purpose of the engine oil is to improve the lubrication between the different metal components in order to reduce the friction. 10w30 and 5w20 are two of the most commonly used grades of engine oils that represent two different ranges of viscosity. However, the question of the hour is whether you can put … Read more
If you live in a cold climate where the temperatures fall frequently, you may be concerned if gasoline freezes in extreme cold. Moreover, it is not uncommon to hear of tales of gasoline freeze in the fuel lines in cases of extreme cold. That brings us to the pertinent question, does gasoline freeze? Well, gasoline … Read more
Diesel is probably the only commercial alternative to gasoline. It is especially used in transportation trucks and other heavy vehicles. With so much fluctuation in the fuel prices, many users prefer to buy diesel in bulk and store it on-site. Others choose to store it in canisters for emergency use or industrial purposes. However, sometimes … Read more
Gasoline is fuel and combustible as it is a mixture of liquid hydrocarbons having carbon in the range of 4 to 12. Because of the low vaporizing point and higher density of the particles of gasoline in the vapor state. The ignition energy is low, which means the ignition can happen in gasoline and the … Read more
All the three motor oils – Mobil 1, Royal Purple and AMSOIL are synthetic oils by major companies which are continuously competing to control the key market share in the synthetic motor oil market. While all three are premium motor oils that ensure high engine performance and under general circumstances, it is ideal to change … Read more
We all know that for the proper functioning of your vehicle, a regular oil change is very important. Now whether you want to do the task at home or take your car to the service station is always up to you. But mind you changing oil by yourself can do irreversible damage to your engine. … Read more
Decades ago, the comparison between synthetic oil and conventional oil started, and surprisingly, it is still going on. From automobile professionals to popular oil manufacturers to consumers, everybody has a difference of opinion related to this subject. As a result, the internet is loaded with confusing questions like “Can you use regular oil after synthetic? … Read more
Back in 2009, General Motors started their own engine oil specification known as Dexos Oil, to provide their customers with high-quality engine oil. GM on receiving a tremendous response on dexos from all around the world decided to further simplify the supply chain process. As a result, they divided dexos specification into different classifications like … Read more
