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Audi TFSI/FSI: Oil Consumption And Carbon Buildup

Technical Service Bulletins can be valuable in helping solve vehicle problems. But sometimes, it takes multiple TSBs to find a pattern failure or the “root cause” of a problem. In the case of the Audi/VW 2.0L Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) engine introduced in 2006, three problems related to engine carbon and fuel issues are connected

Cartridge Oil Filters

Think through the job, use the correct oil, filter and tools, and make sure you’re doing things in the right order.

Maintenance Milestones – Porsche Cayenne 2011-2018

In the 1990s, nobody could imagine that Porsche would make an SUV. But, with the help of VW, the Cayenne was born. The first generation (955-957) had problems with coolant, the air suspension and oil leaks. The second-generation (958) was improved and had enhanced reliability and maintenance requirements. Like many German manufacturers, the maintenance schedule

Quaker State Announces ILSAC GF-6 Compliant Motor Oils

ILSAC GF-6 is the name of the next-generation of standards set by the International Lubricants Standardization and Approval Committee.

Asian Oil Specifications

0W16 oil is designed to increase engine efficiency and reduce engine warmup time.

Pennzoil Launches Pennzoil Platinum 0W-16 Full Synthetic Motor Oil With Pureplus Technology

Pennzoil says the drive for 0W-16 grade motor oils has recently grown following the introduction of certain 2018 vehicle models being sold in the United States.

Phillips 66 Lubricants Upgrades Complete Passenger Car Motor Oil Line To Combat LSPI And Meet Upcoming SN Plus Specification

Innovative motor oil extends engine life, reduces chance of LSPI events in modern engines, says the company.

ACEA Oil Guide: Understanding European Motor Oils

ACEA standards are based on testing developed by the European Engine Lubricants Quality Management System (EELQMS). Think of ACEA as the SAE of Europe and EELQMS as the API/ILSAC in the U.S.

AMSOIL Announces New OE Synthetic Motor Oil Formulation

In testing, OE Synthetic Motor Oil achieved 100 percent protection against low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI), and it provides more wear protection than required by automaker specifications, AMSOIL says.

LIQUI MOLY Introduces New Oils

LIQUI MOLY will present a whole range of new motor oils – a state-of-the-art oil for the latest models by Audi and Volkswagen, a new development for Porsche and a whole range of oils with special wear protection – at AAPEX 2017.

Liqui Moly Top Tec 6200 Meets Latest Volkswagen Requirements

Liqui Moly’s Top Tec 6200 was developed for the Euro 6 emissions standard and meets the latest Volkswagen requirements.

LIQUI MOLY Partners With The Los Angeles Kings Hockey League

The main component of the partnership with the Kings is the rinkside brand presence for the remaining preliminary matches of the current season and for the next three seasons.