What’s the Difference Between Motorcycle, Dirt Bike and ATV Oil? John Baker|Jun 13, 2018 4:12 PM Most people who ask have an underlying question they really mean to ask: Can I use the same motor oil in my motorcycle, dirt bike and ATV/UTV? Sure, you can use a single oil formulation for all your toys (assuming you use […]
How To Choose the Right Battery for Your Car
January 9, 2019
Maintenance
How To Choose the Right Battery for Your Car Ed Newman|Aug 09, 2017 8:00 AM Most of us have a car battery story we could resurrect if asked. I have a few, but the most memorable was in 1986 when my son was born. On our seventh anniversary, my wife and I had dined at […]
Why Does Motor Oil Turn Black?
January 9, 2019
Tech Articles
Why Does Motor Oil Turn Black? John Baker|Oct 11, 2018 2:00 PM What causes black motor oil? And when your oil darkens does it mean it’s time to change it? Well, there are a couple of factors that can cause the former. Let’s dig in. Factors causing black motor oil Heat cycles naturally darken motor […]
How to Test Engine Compression
December 22, 2018
Auto/Light Truck
How to Test Engine Compression John Baker|Mar 13, 2017 2:16 PM Engine compression = engine power. A simple equation even we non-engineers can understand. Compression refers to the pressure your engine generates inside the cylinders while it’s running. How much pressure the engine produces and how well it converts that pressure into usable work influence […]
How Much “Synthetic” Is In My Oil?
December 22, 2018
Industry News
How Much “Synthetic” Is In My Oil? Andy Arendt|Aug 16, 2017 11:07 AM Unlike food and drug companies, which must disclose the ingredients in their products, lubricant manufactures aren’t held to the same mandate, which can cause confusion if you’re shopping for synthetic motor oil. (Well, they are in Europe in Australia but not in […]
What’s the Best Hearing Protection for the Gun Range?
December 18, 2018
Recommendations
What’s the Best Hearing Protection for the Gun Range? Mark Nyholm|Jun 28, 2018 11:28 AM Summer weather is finally here, at least for us in the northern half of the U.S. and Canada. The longest day of the year, June 21 – the summer solstice – has come and gone. As someone pointed out to me, […]
AMSOIL Synthetic Diesel Oil Greatly Outperforms Minimum Standards Shell* recently announced that a sample of “Mobil Delvac 1300* Super 15W-40 did not meet the passing limits for either API CK-4 performance standards, nor the more stringent requirements for Volvo*, MACK* and Cummins*.” The 360-hour Volvo T-13 test measures both oxidation and Kinematic Viscosity, indicating an […]
OE 0W-16: Light and Strong
December 18, 2018
New Products and Updates
OE 0W-16: Light and Strong A 0W-16 viscosity motor oil may seem exotic to North American drivers, but as fuel efficiency requirements increase, it may become a common recommendation of manufacturers worldwide. Japanese engineers have long experimented with ultra-thin motor oils, and 0W-16 has been in regular use in Japan since the 90s. The Benefits […]
Introducing the Three Newest AMSOIL Products
December 12, 2018
AMSOIL Corporate News
Introducing the Three Newest AMSOIL Products Jamie Jarvi|Aug 08, 2018 1:28 PM AMSOIL is well-known for its products that protect the internal parts of an engine. But you may not know about our products that protect the outside of your vehicles and equipment, too. Hot on the heels of the revolutionary new SEVERE GEAR easy-pack, we’re excited […]
The New SEVERE GEAR Easy-Pack
December 10, 2018
Differential
The New SEVERE GEAR Easy-Pack Enthusiasts pride themselves on finding their own solutions to tough problems. When there’s no manual, they roll up their sleeves and make it work. But even the most inventive gearhead inevitably throws down an oily rag and wonders why the process has to be so difficult. Changing gear lube is […]
Never Overlook This When Maintaining Your Snowblower
December 10, 2018
Maintenance
Never Overlook This When Maintaining Your Snowblower John Baker|Nov 06, 2018 10:01 AM Thanksgiving day, 2016. While my family was gathered in my dining room, imbibing spirits and making merry, I was in the shed disassembling the carburetor on my snowblower, reeking of petroleum as rivers of gasoline flowed under my jacket cuffs and saturated […]
Diesel Recovery Relaunches
December 3, 2018
Additives
Diesel Recovery Relaunches Temporarily unavailable over the summer as we explored new package options, AMSOIL Diesel Recovery relaunches in 30-oz. (887-ml) bottles (DRCQT) in the U.S. in late October. The new containers will be available in Canada (DRCQTC) when supplies of the existing container (DRCCNC) are exhausted. The 1-gallon (3.78-litre) bottles (DRC1G) and 55-gallon (208-litre) […]
800 Miles Through the Baja Peninsula (and Thanksgiving Weekend Racing)
November 20, 2018
Racing
800 Miles Through the Baja Peninsula (and Thanksgiving Weekend Racing) Lindsay Premo|Nov 14, 2018 10:30 AM Happy turkey-eating season, race fans! If you’re like me, you’re still embracing fall while your Christmas decorations remain in storage until after Thanksgiving (unlike some of my co-workers). But, before we know it, the ground will be white, temperatures up […]
Should I Switch to a Lighter Viscosity Oil in Winter?
November 20, 2018
Maintenance
Should I Switch to a Lighter Viscosity Oil in Winter? John Baker|Oct 08, 2018 11:51 AM Motorists sometimes ask if they should use a lighter viscosity of motor oil once winter arrives. Yes – provided your vehicle manufacturer allows it. Run out to your vehicle and fish the owner’s manual from the glove box. Or […]
Signature Series Battles Sludge
November 20, 2018
Tech Articles
Signature Series Battles Sludge The health of your engine depends on motor oil circulating quickly and efficiently through the system, but sticking components and obstructed passages inhibit motor oil from lubricating, cooling and protecting your engine. Engine “sludge” occurs when oxidized oil and contaminants build up on engine surfaces. It can restrict the flow of […]
