Snake oil. Mouse milk. Whiffle dust. Take your pick — few products have earned such unflattering sobriquets as aftermarket motor-oil additives. And for the very good reason that these promised ...

Q: I have a couple of friends: one swears by oil additives – especially the brand Lucas – and another claims an oil additive ruined his truck engine. What is your take on oil additives? A: Some oil ...

Additives represent 15 to 20 percent of a gallon of oil with the balance being high-quality base oil. Additive packages play a key role in helping to keep an engine clean and protected from varnish ...

Analyzing the oil in your vehicle is like sending your blood to the lab for tests. An engine oil analysis can provide clues about the health of your engine – without any invasive surgery. By analyzing ...

“If your $20-per-quart synthetic looks dirty on the dipstick, you’d better change it now, ’cause all mechanics say dirty oil will ruin the engine. It’s science!” “Whatever. I’m gonna change mine at ...

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world, is now providing value-added additive treatment services to ...