The cost of commodities has risen year over in many major consumer categories. Some of these categories include groceries and automotive fuels/lubricants. The latter seeing the greatest increase in year over year prices of 20% from February 2010 to February 2011. This means, that the cost of maintaining your vehicle is getting more […]
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One of the key fundamentals in the quick lube industry is the 3000 mi/5000km oil change interval. This interval has been a long standing recommendation by car enthusiasts, mechanics, lubricant companies, and has been passed on for generations. However, this recommendation has been squashed by Jiffy Lube when on June 14 they announced they are
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Have you ever wondered what is in a barrel of crude oil? A crude oil barrel measures 42 gallons or 159L and can be refined to deliver over 11 different products. The biggest use for crude oil is gasoline which makes up 19.5 gallons. To put this in perspective, it takes roughly one barrel of crude
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It might be a while before you see a 2011 Chevrolet Volt at your facility but it helps to be prepared for when it will finally show up. The Volt still uses an oil lubricated motor that requires an oil and filter change. It also continues to use radiator coolant (DEX COOL), brake fluid (DOT
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When it comes to improving fuel economy we can now begin to look at some of the main fluids of the engine. Radiator coolant is designed to circulate through the engine to remove and dissipate heat. The removal of heat is what allows the engine to not consistently over heat. Unless otherwise specified in the
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Not so unconventional but often forgotten, the air filter simply ensures harmful particles do not enter the air/fuel chamber and that a consistent flow of air is entering into the air intake. Similar to a dirty furnace or air purifier filter the engine air filter will see a decrease in performance due to contaminants. In
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So you’ve heard about all the conventional ways to improve fuel economy for your car ranging from keeping tires inflated to removing roof racks. So what are the not so conventional ways of improving fuel economy for your fossil fuelled vehicle? Eliminate dust, dirt and grime. These elements work against your vehicle by reducing the
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In a wider initiative to reduce greenhouse gases to 1990 levels by 2020, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has rolled out mandatory tire pressure check as of September 1, 2010. This check will be performed and documented by anyone in the auto service/repair business performing services on vehicles weighing less than 10000lbs in the
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If you’ve ever been shopping for a new vehicle you’ve probably seen a sticker in the window with the fuel economy rating of the vehicle. Well, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a change to this rating system. To reflect consumers’ needs to purchase vehicles with lower emissions and better fuel economy, the
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National Oil & Lube News Article Since launching July 11, 2010 we have had great reception within the industry. Major chains, small service bays, and DIY’s across North America and the globe are using the free database to meet their unique OilReset needs. Now, industry publication NOLN has placed us in their September issue and blogged
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