Engine oil viscosity explained
13/03/2020 by OilStoreAdministrator
When choosing an engine oil, there are various factors to consider. One that crops up particularly frequently is viscosity, but what exactly does this mean? More importantly, why does engine oil viscosity matter?
Shell and Equinor agree to exchange digital expertise
12/03/2020 by Richard
Energy giants Shell and Equinor have put their names to a Memorandum of Understanding for improving their collaboration and expertise exchange with the aim of developing new digital methods and solutions in fields such as
OPEC oil production at 10-year low as US reaches record high
10/03/2020 by Mark
The oil industry saw two different stories emerge at the beginning of March. On the one hand, oil production from OPEC countries was at its lowest level for 10 years, while on the other hand,…
Gehring and Castrol to work together on fluid-condition monitoring
08/03/2020 by Mark
Gehring, a machine tool company with a worldwide presence, and leading lubricant supplier Castrol, have announced they will join forces to
How to pick the right engine oil for your car
07/03/2020 by Richard
There are many options regarding motor engine oil. This guide explains what it all means and what to look for when choosing oil for your car. Initially, the best place to start is by checking…
Total renews partnership with SRO
06/03/2020 by Mark
Fuel and lubricant producer Total has struck a three-year deal with SRO Motorsports Group, a promoter and organiser of auto racing
Common myths about engine oil
05/03/2020 by Mark
It’s likely that at some point, for example when taking your car for an MOT or service, you’ve heard something regarding engine oil that isn’t true – possibly even from the mouth of a mechanic.…
Valvoline launches Mechanics’ Month
04/03/2020 by Mark
US-based Valvoline, a leading lubricant producer and provider of automotive services, is dedicating the month of March to celebrating the mechanics that have been the bedrock of its success over the last 150 years. Valvoline…
Castrol to neutralise CONEXPO visitors' carbon emissions
02/03/2020 by Richard
Those attending CONEXPO, the biggest construction trade show in North America, will have the chance to offset their carbon dioxide emissions simply by visiting Castrol’s stand at the event. On visiting the Castrol booth, participants’
Onyx InSight and Castrol join forces in oil study
29/02/2020 by OilStoreAdministrator
Onyx InSight, an engineering firm specialising in predictive maintenance, and lubricant manufacturer Castrol have announced a new partnership for a multiple phase study of how wind turbine health monitoring can be advanced
Texas oil production set to rise this year
28/02/2020 by Richard
Despite lower oil prices and the slowdown in US shale oil, oil production in Texas will continue to rise this year
New digital platform aims to help source marine fuels and lubricants
26/02/2020 by Mark
Ship operators may now find it easier to source the right fuels and lubricant products thanks to a new digital platform launched by