From the President – Alan Amatuzio I officially started working for AMSOIL in 1988. That’s when our records show I started receiving a paycheck, but I remember being dropped off before I could drive, which was earlier than ‘85. I worked in the maintenance shop first, then I moved into Production. Things were very different […]
Preventing Causes of Engine Oil SLUDGE Brands matter, quality matters and frequent oil changes will not alter this. It’s all based on the additive quality and it does effect the price. Engine sludge occurs when oxidized oil and contaminants build up on engine surfaces. It can restrict the flow of oil to the point of […]
Only Motorcycle Oil Should be Used in your Bike? Impressive performance happens when you are using the right oil in the right application. Len Groom | TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGER, POWERSPORTS The results of a study from lubricant additive manufacturer Infineum* caught my eye recently. A survey of 1,000 bikers revealed that fewer than 60 percent are […]
Why You Should Be Wary About Using Break In Oil in Powersports Equipment John Baker|Sep 25, 2017 1:32 PM Marco Navarro asks on our Facebook page about break in oil, with attention paid to powersports engines. Thanks for the question, Marco. Let’s get to it. Maintaining an engine is a constant fight against wear. Over time, wear not […]
Snowshoe GNCC – One of America’s Toughest Races Lindsay Premo|Jun 27, 2019 3:07 PM Mud, blood and beer. From my experience this past weekend in Snowshoe, West Virginia, those three words pretty much sum up the AMSOIL Snowshoe GNCC. Mud: Class winners often disappear for lengthy amounts of time back to their trailers to clean up […]
Challenges breed opportunity Mark Kroll | REGIONAL SALES MANAGER Today’s demanding engines need a better oil – don’t let this opportunity pass you by. “What’s new?” You’re bound to field this question once or twice a day when visiting accounts. Customer surveys and focus groups tell us that managers of independent repair shops and similar […]
If I Have All-Season Tires Do I need Snow Tires? Chris Sharon|Sept. 25th, 2019 During my last post on preparing your vehicle for winter, one of the comments that came up was the use of snow tires. Of course if you’re living in the desert or tropics, heavy snowfall is likely the least of your worries. […]
Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter Chris Sharon |September 25, 2019 With winter around the corner, now is a good time to get your vehicle prepared for the worst. Being based in northern Wisconsin, we at AMSOIL talk a lot about how synthetic lubricants make life a little easier, as the cold air starts to pierce […]
Routine Maintenance: Follow your manual Ed Newman|Jul 25, 2016 10:55 AM “Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequences come from little things, I am tempted to think there are no little things.” ~ Barton Sutter In September 2007 an article by oil industry journalist George Gill of Lubes ‘N’ Greases caught my eye. The […]
7 Expert Ice Fishing Tips with Pro Angler Pete Maina John Baker|Dec 05, 2016 9:22 AM Before you embark on your first ice fishing trip of winter, check out these tips from professional angler Pete Maina, one of Outdoor Life magazine’s “20 Best Anglers on the Planet.” Based in Hayward, Wis., one of North America’s […]
From the Presidents (posting from 2017) The Idea Behind this Small Company’s Success I wanted to post this earlier monthly message to the dealers to show the real dedication behind the company which was to offer the latest technology had to offer to the end user within an industry which typically only formulates at the […]
The Pros and Cons of Semi-Synthetic Oils and Synthetic Blends Andy Arendt|Sep 22, 2017 9:20 AM Scott D. Galbreath asks via our Facebook page about the pros and cons of synthetic blend motor oils. Thanks for the question, Scott. Making sense of motor oil can be confusing and frustrating. Choosing among full synthetics, synthetic blends, semi-conventional, conventional, […]
Get the Most out of Your Manual Transmission Few things connect driver and vehicle like a smooth-shifting manual transmission. Although U.S. automakers have steadily moved away from manuals, many enthusiast cars still come with optional manuals. The heavy-duty market is still dominated by manuals, with many of these transmissions being automated. Most modern automobile manual […]
Signature Series – Packaging What You Should Expect Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil is not only the best oil we have ever made, it’s better than any competitive oil we have tested. Advanced engine technology and the normal demands of everyday life generate extreme conditions that can challenge motor oil and engine life. Signature Series […]
DIRECT JOBBERS: ‘WE’RE A WELL-OILED TEAM’ Direct Jobbers Ken and Denise Chuderewicz of Pittsburgh are a self-described “well-oiled team.” “When we started our AMSOIL business we never gave it a second thought – we are a team,” Ken said. “We have always enjoyed doing things together. We support each other in everything we do. We […]
