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Get answers to your automotive care questions and find the best car and motorcycle products for your needs with the help of our technical information. We’ve covered some of the most commonly discussed topics surrounding automotive oils and fluids here, so you can learn before you buy.
Rebuilding an engine is a time and money consuming job for most people, so you want it to be done properly and that means using the right lubricants. When putting all, some...
Every keen home mechanic starts somewhere, we don't all jump in at the deep end changing a gearbox or doing an engine conversion, most people start with a humble car engine...
The diesel particulate filter (DPF) was introduced in 2009 to ensure diesel engine'd vehicles met the emission requirements of "Euro 5". This standard aims to deliver an...
We are often asked "Why do you advise against the use of 10w-60 oils?". Let's get one thing clear, we supply 10w-60 and recommend it where it is appropriate...
ACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers Association) have a system of rating oils, which you will find on the container of almost every...
There are several oil additives that can be bought easily and claim to provide amazing benefits for your car or bike, such as increasing the fuel economy...
API (American Petroleum Institute) specifications are often seen on oil containers and they show the minimum standard of oil that can be used in an engine...
All oils are comprised of basestocks and additives. Basestocks make up the majority of the finished product and represent between 75-95%. Not all basestock...
Viscosity is the most misunderstood aspect of oil and yet it is the most important. Viscosity is the force required to shear (break) the oil at a certain speed and temperature...
If you are modding your car and adding BHP or using it off road then consider your oil choice carefully as the stock manufacturers recommended oil will not give you...
There are two main components that all engine oils are made of, basestocks and the additive package. The base fluid typically makes up the bulk of the oil...
Multigrade oils are essential for the longevity of modern engines as the oil needs to be capable of giving the best possible protection, when both hot and cold. Most modern...
Much of the talk about oil revolves around the base stock (which does represent around 80%), but modern oils contain so much more. Here are some of the...
Motor oil must lubricate engine components so that they will easily pass by one another without a significant loss of power due to friction. At start-up...
There is a lot of information on the internet about oils, but a lot of it is wrong or based on out of date information. DO Synthetic motor oils damage seals, Complete...
When it comes to choosing oil for your car, this in formation may seem like going back to basics, but we at www.opieoils.co.uk are constantly surprised by the amount...
Extended oil drain periods Better wear protection and therefore extended engine life Most synthetics give better MPG They flow better when cold and are more thermally...
Coolant and antifreeze is a topic we are asked about on a regular basis, and often causes confusion; types, colours, service life etc. Perhaps the most frequent...
To help dispel some myths and for some good solid general info on the mysterious world of brake fluids I decided to contact Millers Oils up in West Yorkshire...
It's that time of year when you may need to perform some maintenance on your car to keep it safe and give it the best protection through the winter...
The ISO viscosity classification uses mm2/s (cSt) units and relates to viscosity at 40°C. It consists of a series of 18 viscosity brackets between 1.98mm 2/s and 16...
Ensuring your spark plugs are functioning correctly is an important part of keeping your engine in good health. But how can you tell the difference between a plug that's doing...
Multi-purpose sprays are found everywhere, from professional vehicle workshops, to home DIY'ers and mechanics. There are many brands and products so how do you know which to buy...
A DPF is a common part of a vehicles exhaust systems these days, however not many people know what they do, and fewer know that you have to have a compatible engine oil to ensure no damage or blocking occurs.