Watch: How new trucking engine oils are tested

Watch: How new trucking engine oils are tested

When developing and testing new engine oils, companies must strike a balance between fuel economy and product durability. Once the company has a formula that they feel is a winner, that’s when engine oil development lab testing can begin. And getting the formula just right requires more work in the lab than you might expect.

Watch the video above for the four basic steps to testing a fuel-efficient, heavy-duty engine oil.

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