One of the newer types of engine oil is 0W-8. Here are the cars that use it, how it is different from other oils, and why ...

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

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 ...

Along with requirements for the kind and weight of the oil they use, vehicle engines also have a set amount of oil they need, which varies by size. I reckon we're all aware of what happens to an ...

A recent GM safety recall addressing potential manufacturing defects impacting the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine dictates that certain engines should now use 0W-40 oil, rather than ...

Your car's engine won't immediately fail, make awful noises, or grenade itself from within if you give it the wrong oil. However, using the incorrect oil for long enough can cause premature wear and ...

The American Petroleum Institute (API) is finalizing PC-12 engine oil specs for 2027. Learn about CL-4 and FB-4 licensing ...

The new heavy-duty engine oil category, PC-12, is nearing the finish line. Here’s what fleet maintenance managers should know ...