Harvick Claims Second Victory of the Season Taking the Checkered Flag at Daytona
Kevin Harvick and the Shell-Pennzoil team visited victory lane for the second time this season in a points-series race, following up the dramatic finish at the Talladega 500 in April with yet another restrictor plate win at this weekend’s Daytona Coke Zero 400.
Kevin Harvick Retains Sprint Cup Points Lead, Crew Chief Gil Martin Wins NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Week’ Award at New Hampshire
Kevin Harvick showed why he is the Sprint Cup points leader, fighting back from 24th position to capture his seventh top-five finish of the year in Sunday’s Lenox Industrial Tools 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Following the race, Harvick’s crew chief, Gil Martin, received his third NASCAR MOOG “Problem Solver of the Week” Award, putting him in the lead for the MOOG chassis parts brand’s season-ending “Problem Solver” award.
Directions: New Engine Oil Specification to Flow into Shops this Year
The International Lubricants Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) is finalizing the
Kevin Harvick Crew Chief Gil Martin Receives NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’ Award Following Top-10 Finish at Darlington
Kevin Harvick and crew chief Gil Martin posted their fourth consecutive top-10 finish and the #29 Shell/Pennzoil Chevrolet team extended its NASCAR Sprint Cup points in Saturday’s Showtime Southern 500 at Darlington (SC) Raceway.
Kevin Harvick ‘Slingshots’ to Victory at Talladega, Crew Chief Gil Martin Wins NASCAR MOOG ‘Problem Solver of the Race’ Award
l Martin’s pre-race strategy to perfection and the #29 Shell/Pennzoil Chevrolet whipped around race leader Jamie McMurray in the closing seconds for a much-needed win in Sunday’s Aaron’s 499 Sprint Cup event at Talladega (AL) Superspeedway.
Shell Kicks Off Local Market ‘Motor Oil Matters’ Tour
The tour, currently scheduled for three markets including Detroit, Dallas and New York, is designed to support loyal installers and engage them in a campaign to promote quality brand-name motor oils and combat the use of lower quality off-brand or out-of-specification lubricants.
Tech Tip: Shorter Oil Drain Interval will Provide the Best Defense Against Harmful Engine Deposits
There isn’t a downside to more frequent oil changes. A shorter drain will provide the best defense against harmful engine deposits, better oil consumption control, improved fuel economy and lower wear on engine parts. More frequent oil changes also may help you discover a more serious engine problem, such as a coolant leak, before serious damage occurs ….
Tech Tip: Additive Packages Play Key Role in Keeping an Engine Clean
Additive packages are added to motor oil and play a key role in helping to keep an engine clean and protected from varnish and sludge, as well as wear from heat and acids. Additives can consist of anti-wear agents, friction modifiers, dispersants, detergents, viscosity index improvers and antioxidants. Some key cleaning ingredients that make up motor oil additive packages are ….
Test Drive: Automakers Agree to NASTF’s Service Information Standards
Leesburg, VA — The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) recently announced that it has officially established the NASTF Service Information Standards, which consist of three parts: definitions; automotive service information standards; and an information request and resolution process. NASTF has requested that each auto manufacturer renew its commitment to make service and training information
Tech Tip: Key Cleaning Ingredients Make Up Motor Oil Additive Packages
Additive packages are added to motor oil and play a key role in helping to keep an engine clean and protected from varnish and sludge, as well as wear from heat and acids. Additives can consist of anti-wear agents, friction modifiers, dispersants, detergents, viscosity index improvers and antioxidants. Some key cleaning ingredients that make up motor oil additive packages are ….