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Liqui Moly to introduce Gear Tronic automatic transmission fluid changer

Replacing the oil in an automatic transmission is more difficult and has greater potential for errors than changing the motor oil. To make this work easier for workshops, the German motor oil and additive specialist Liqui Moly has developed a high-tech machine that can do more than just flush and replenish fluid: the Gear Tronic. It will be presented for the first time in the United Kingdom at Automechanika Birmingham from 6 to 8 June.

28th March 2017/by Andrew

Motor oil variety ‘getting really dangerous’ for car drivers – Liqui Moly

The growing variety of motor oils holds dangers for car drivers, warns Liqui Moly. Car manufacturers demand more and more new oils and the variety of oil types is growing. Liqui Moly is launching two types of the latest oil generation on the market in the form of Top Tec 6100 and Top Tec 6200. Oliver Kuhn, deputy head of the Liqui Moly oil laboratory, explains the advantages of the particularly low viscosity oils and warns of dangers for car drivers and garages.

13th March 2017/by Andrew

Liqui Moly introduces motor oils for BMWs and VWs

Ever more efficient motors require ever more efficient motor oils. That’s why German oil and additive specialist Liqui Moly is now launching two motor oils on the market, which fulfill the latest BMW and Volkswagen requirements: Top Tec 6100 and Top Tec 6200. They represent a generational leap in motor oil technology.

13th March 2017/by Andrew

New oil designed specifically for new Fords

Product News, UK News

Engine development is making increasing demands of oil. What was once a universal lubricant has long become a highly specialized, liquid spare part that only fits certain specific engines. German oil expert LIQUI MOLY is now launching a new oil for Ford’s current TDCi diesel models: LIQUI MOLY Special Tec F 0W-30.

19th January 2017/by Tyrepress Editors

New oil from Exol focuses on Volvos

Exol Lubricants has introduced Optima Vimax VC 0W-20 to its wide range of oils, with the new addition covering a high number of the latest petrol and diesel Volvo vehicles. The fully synthetic engine oil provides significant fuel saving benefits and possesses extremely low temperature characteristics, enabling the oil to circulate quickly even in the most demanding cold start conditions.

15th December 2016/by Andrew

50 years before electric cars impact on demand for oil in transport

Despite developments in renewable energy, it will take 50 years for electric cars to impact global oil demand in transport, according to Dr Mamdouh G Salameh, professor of energy economics at the ESCP Europe Business School.

3rd November 2016/by Andrew

PRA warns of fuel price rise

Legislation, UK News

“The double impact of the pound weakening against US$ and global oil prices strengthening will cause pump prices to move sharply upwards,“ said Brian Madderson, chairman of the Petrol Retailers Association (PRA).

11th October 2016/by Andrew

GEA and IGA challenge waste oil burning decision

Legislation, UK News

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) director Stuart James and Garage Equipment Association (GEA) chief executive Dave Garratt have agreed to meet Rory Stewart, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Environment and Rural Affairs, in early March to discuss concerns related to changes to the guidance for the Environmental Permitting (England & Wales) Regulations 2010.

18th February 2016/by Tyrepress Editors

Exol ‘upgrades’ engine oil

Exol Lubricants’ new generation, fully synthetic, multigrade engine oil, Optima LSG 5W-30, has been upgraded to a more advanced additive package to now include all Mercedes-Benz diesel cars fitted with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).

28th January 2016/by Andrew

Exol upgrades R&D equipment

Exol Lubricants has upgraded many new pieces of equipment at its Wednesbury and Rotherham laboratories, to further strengthen the company’s quality control, research and development processes. The Mini Rotary Viscometer, Houillon VH1 Viscometer Bath, Brookfield Viscometer and Automated TBN have all been added to the company’s laboratories.

21st September 2015/by Andrew

Rosneft and ChemChina sign cooperation agreement

Company News, International News

Rosneft and China National Chemical Corporation (ChemChina) signed a Heads of Agreement on cooperation in equity investment in ChemChina Petrochemical Corporation (CCPC) and a Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation on the project of the Far-East Petrochemical Company (FEPCO).

8th September 2015/by Tyrepress Editors

Exol Euro 6 CV oil proves a fuel saver following Millbrook tests

Exol Lubricants’ new commercial vehicle engine oil has shown that it can provide long term savings on a typical fleet operator’s fuel bill. Tested at the Millbrook vehicle test and development facility, the fully synthetic Taurus Euro FE 5W-30 engine oil was used in two types of bus; a Cummins ISB4.5 powered 2013 Wrightbus Streetlife and, a Volvo D7 powered 2005 Volvo B7RLE. Both vehicles were put through lengthy and varied driving cycles designed to mimic urban and rural environments with both stop-start and constant speed conditions.

6th January 2015/by Andrew

New bottle design prevents spills and contamination, says Millers Oils

Specialist oil developer and producer Millers Oils is launching its Flowcontrol bottle to worldwide markets at Automechanika Frankfurt this week. The company says the container features an easy-pour mechanism that enables users to control oil flow without the use of a funnel, thus preventing contamination and, of course, spills. In June 2014, the month that the new bottle design was introduced into the UK market, Millers Oils says its two local distributors experienced a 95 per cent year-on-year sales increase – a phenomenon it says was driven by the Flowcontrol bottle.

17th September 2014/by Tyrepress Editors

Styron launches two new Sprintan tyre rubber grades

Styron has added two new Sprintan-branded rubber grades for use in tyre manufacturing. According to the company, Styron’s Sprintanrubber portfolio offers “high performance solutions” to answer specific tyre industry needs. The range includes rubber grades with enhanced wet grip and wear performance, as well as grades that provide a good balance between traction and rolling resistance.

12th February 2014/by Tyrepress Editors

Ultratec poster aids oil selection

Product News, UK News

Autoparts UK has produced a new Ultratec oil selection poster to assist garages and motorists with selecting the correct oil for a specific vehicle.

The use of incorrect engine oil can lead to problems and result in expensive repairs. Also, car manufacturers have clearly defined oil drain intervals for oils which meet their specifications and the use of a lower quality lubricant in, for example, a long oil drain schedule can result in reduced engine component life and poor fuel economy.

10th February 2014/by Tyrepress Editors