Quality vs. Cost: Why Synthetic Oil is Worth the Investment

Engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle. But many people don’t know when it’s best to use a synthetic oil over a conventional one.

This Q&A provides answers to common questions about Petro-Canada Lubricants’ synthetic oils, and why you might want to select a synthetic oil the next time you change your oil.

What you need to know about hybrid vehicle motor oils

Hybrid electric vehicles have maintenance needs that are distinct from those of gasoline or diesel vehicles. Failure to service them with the correct lubricant could lead to component wear, or greater engine damage.

This article covers the increasing popularity of hybrids, their role in promoting environmental sustainability, their lubricant challenges, and Petro-Canada Lubricants' solutions.

PROTECT&GO, a new kind of quick-lube network

In 2020, Petro-Canada Lubricants launched a new kind of quick-lube network across Canada called PROTECT&GO.

This article explains why we chose to launch PROTECT&GO and where we are today.

An introduction to ILSAC GF-7

ILSAC GF-7 is the latest category of passenger vehicle engine oil being introduced in North America to meet updated requirement requests from the International Lubricants Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) and the API Lubricants Group.

In this article we share everything we know so far on ILSAC GF-7 and our tips for how everyone can prepare for the transition from GF-6 to GF-7.

Dexos^® 1 Gen 3 is here.

GM’s next generation dexos^® 1 specification, dexos^® 1 Gen 3, has arrived. The challenges being posed by new engine hardware and technologies are being met head on– so here’s what you need to know.

This article discusses the latest information you need to know.

Low viscosity engine oils explained

The passenger car industry has been transitioning to lower viscosity engine oils over the past decade. With lower viscosity grades such as 0W-16 oils being recommended by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), what does this mean for your customers?

The article will explore the benefits of low viscosity engine oils and how they affect your customers’ vehicles.

Passenger car engine oil misconceptions explained

The engine design of passenger cars has evolved significantly over the last 50 years, and today, each OEM has a different engine design that demands a high performing engine oil. What does this mean for professionals recommending an engine oil, and how can you support your customers make the best selection?

Here we explore common industry misconceptions to help you provide the best engine oil recommendation to your customers.

What you need to know about running a high-mileage vehicle

Vehicles are staying on the road longer due to a combination of advancing technology, commuters increasingly adding more kilometers/miles to their odometer each month and people hanging onto their vehicles for financial reasons.

The following article examines why there is a need for high-mileage engine oils, what benefits they offer and how we, as lubricant suppliers, can support customers who want to maintain their "well-travelled" vehicles.

How is low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) effecting the development of ILSAC GF-7?

LSPI can lead to catastrophic mechanical engine failure. What causes it and how can you help your customers protect against it?

This article will tell you everything you need to know about the phenomenon known as LSPI.