The original motor oil brand continues to push its
products above and beyond industry standards.
LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 17,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), a
global leader in vehicle care powering the future of mobility
through innovative services and products, today released its
results from head-to-head testing vs. the industry-leading full
synthetic.
In side-by-side comparison tests, Valvoline full synthetic motor
oils provide 24X stronger protection against engine-killing
contaminants than the industry-leading full synthetic motor
oil.
What's considered an engine-killing contaminant? In this case,
water, fuel and ethanol.
"When gasoline burns in your engine to create energy it also
creates a large amount of water", says Dr. Michael D. Warholic, Valvoline Senior Technology
Manager for Light Duty Lubricants. "Most of the water goes out your
exhaust, but some water finds its way to your oil sump along with
unburned fuel. In addition, most gasoline now contains up to 15%
ethanol which can lead to even higher amounts of
contamination."
If moisture builds up in the engine, and it's not properly
controlled by a high-quality motor oil, it could lead to poor
lubrication, corrosion, and increased friction which could result
in catastrophic engine failure.
"At the end of the day, the motor oil circulating in your engine
drains back into your oil pan and sits there," says Warholic.
"Water is heavier than oil, so if it separates from the oil, it
sinks to the bottom of the pan. When you start your car in the
morning, the first thing your oil pump sees could be water, which
is a terrible lubricant."
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) have identified the
critical need for a motor oil to properly manage water, fuel and
ethanol. A mandatory performance test is included in the widely
utilized API SP and ILSAC GF-6 oil specifications. The test is
formally known as ASTM D7563 and measures the ability of an oil to
emulsify a mixture of water and fuel for a prescribed length of
time.
Through a series of exhaustive in-house tests at Valvoline's New
Product Laboratory and complementary testing at an independent
third-party laboratory, Valvoline's scientists were able to
demonstrate a 24X improvement in emulsion stability versus the
leading synthetic.
Valvoline's full synthetic motor oils emulsified the water, fuel
and ethanol to keep it from separating, surpassing the industry
minimum requirements by a substantial amount of time and proving
Valvoline provides 24X stronger protection against engine-killing
contaminants than the industry-leading full synthetic.
About Valvoline™
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) is a global leader in vehicle care
powering the future of mobility through innovative services and
products for vehicles with electric, hybrid and internal combustion
powertrains. Established in 1866, the Company introduced the
world's first branded motor oil and developed strong brand
recognition and customer satisfaction ratings over the years across
multiple service and product channels. The Company operates and
franchises approximately 1,700 service center locations and is the
No. 2 and No. 3 largest chain in the U.S. and Canada, respectively, by number of stores.
With sales in more than 140 countries and territories, Valvoline's
solutions are available for every engine and drivetrain, including
high-mileage and heavy-duty vehicles, and are offered at more than
80,000 locations worldwide. Creating the next generation of
advanced automotive solutions, Valvoline has established itself as
the world's leading supplier of battery fluids to electric vehicle
manufacturers, offering tailored products to help extend vehicle
range and efficiency. To learn more, or to find a Valvoline service
center near you, visit valvoline.com.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Media Relations
Michele Gaither Sparks
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michele.sparks@valvoline.com
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