Besides fuel, oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle. It keeps your engine rotating smoothly. This is accomplished by the properties of oil that allow it to lubricate moving parts and reduce heat ...

Whether you prefer to talk about the cool, mainstream bits of the cars we all love or you're a more tech-savvy aficionado, the lubrication system is a topic you can't miss and we're here to deliver a ...

Engine oil turns black from a combination of combustion byproducts, heat oxidation, and detergent additives suspending carbon ...

When it comes time to search for that hidden horsepower in your Mustang (or other fast Ford), the oiling system is likely to be at the very bottom of the list (assuming it was lucky enough to make the ...

For those of you who haven’t spent much time around the Power Stroke name, the first 14 years of its production (the 7.3L and 6.0L) utilized a hydraulically activated, electronically controlled, unit ...

When you think about race engine builders utilizing dry-sump oiling systems, it's only natural to consider the Nextel Cup guys or maybe the touring Dirt Late Model cars. After all, that's where the ...

Understanding the importance of the red oil pressure warning light and why it demands immediate attention to prevent catastrophic engine failure.

When something feels off with your car, it's always a good idea to pay close attention. Often, these small signs are hints that there's a bigger problem that needs your attention. For example, you ...

This paper explains the mechanisms that affect lubricating oil consumption in stationary gas engines. It explains the positive and negative consequences of oil consumption. It discusses the importance ...

Positive Crankcase Ventilation—three dirty words, but do they really need to be perceived that way? In general, the PCV system has two main functions: vapor relief and liquid separation. PCV systems ...

One noticeable difference between Canadian and European automotive vehicle maintenance regimes is our widespread disregard for the importance of cleaning inside our car engines. Canadians don’t ...