Tackling engine oil topics: FA-4, used oil analysis, transmission and axle greases, and more
Engine oil is more complicated than a viscosity number. We have a lot to get through, so let’s get to it. Read on to learn about FA-4 oils; the latest in engine oil technologies and advancements; the importance of used oil analysis; and the importance of using the right oils and greases throughout the rest
Hot Shot’s Secret introduces CDL discount
Hot Shot’s Secret has announced a 10% discount applicable to all products on its website for qualified CDL drivers. Now, in addition to active duty and retired military and first responders, U.S. based CDL drivers will qualify for a 10% discount that will be automatically applied at checkout on HotShotSecret.com. To qualify, CDL drivers must
Checklist: Make sure your fleet is prepared for winter
Preparation is key when it comes to facing the cold weather that lies ahead. Creating a thorough checklist to ensure your safety is vitally important. You’ll want to include steps that cover best practices, make sure your vehicle is performing optimally, and confirm that all essential tools are on board. The following checklist provided by
Upfitting trucks with oil changes in mind
The process of vehicle upfitting can be filled with headaches. You’re faced with problems like how to make your drivers more comfortable, how to improve fuel efficiency, and even which software to use to predict future demand. We all want to make the best decisions for our fleet when deciding between the latest specialized parts
Shell launches E-Fluids for electrified commercial vehicles
Shell has extended its specialized fluids portfolio – Shell E-Fluids – to support battery electric (BEV) as well as fuel cell electric (FCEV) powertrains for commercial light, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Shell says it works with truck and bus manufacturers to co-engineer bespoke fluids that meet the specific needs of their different electric drivetrains for
Watch: Can you stop bulk engine oil from expiring?
Buying bulk engine oil for your trucks can be a great idea for those fleets looking to save a dollar – but it also means the Oil Expiration Executioner will be patiently waiting in the wings, ax in hand, ready to degrade and contaminate that bulk oil order with a single slice. Is there any way
Hot Shot’s Secret Everyday Diesel Treatment now available at three new retail locations
Hot Shot’s Secret‘s Everyday Diesel Treatment (EDT) is now available in three retail chains: AutoZone, O’Reilly Auto Parts and Advance Auto Parts. Additionally, the company says EDT is available today at over 1,000 authorized Hot Shot’s Secret independent dealer locations. Everyday Diesel Treatment is a 6-in-1 fuel additive for diesel fuel that Hot Shot’s Secret
The benefits of API FA-4 heavy-duty engine oils
Introduced nearly four years ago, API FA-4 heavy-duty engine oils came to the market alongside API CK-4 lubricants to much anticipation as the biggest overhaul in engine oil specifications in a decade. It marked a significant step change in the development of lower viscosity oils to meet the needs of modern heavy-duty fleet engine designs.
Allison Transmission, Petro-Canada Lubricants sign factory fill transmission fluid agreement
Petro-Canada Lubricants will become the first-fill supplier of TES 668TM automatic transmission fluid for Allison Transmission, the companies announced. Using its lubricant technology, Petro-Canada Lubricants says it meets the requirements of the Allison Transmission TES 668 specification with the formulation of DuraDrive HD Synthetic 668. DuraDrive HD Synthetic 668 is specified for on-highway vehicles, including
Watch: Your go-to heavy-duty truck grease guide
“All greases are the same” couldn’t be farther from the truth. Greases come in different grades, and use different thickeners and different base oils. Some are intended to put up with extreme pressure and some have better tolerance for high temperatures. Some offer lighter base oils, while others can be difficult to pump. The thing
