Types of Engine Oil

Types of engine oil might determine the longevity of your favorite ride!

Engine oil is the fundamental thing that makes your ride run smoothly along the way, its primary job is to provide sufficient lubrication thus protecting your engine against the head and friction caused by moving parts inside your engine.

But, do you know that not all engine oils are the same? And it’s important to understand the difference between them to choose which one is best suited for you.

With a proper maintenance and correct oil type, your engine will run smoother and last longer.

Many factors determine the correct types of engine oil to choose for your ride; like engine type and age, climate, driving conditions and many among others.

So, let’s strap in and dive into the different types of engine oils!

Types of Motor Oil

To simplify things, there are 3 types of engine oils to choose, and every single one is having its own pros and cons.

1. Fully Synthetic Engine Oil.

The first one being the fully synthetic engine oil. Like its name implies this oil is made by combining several chemical compounds that are artificially modified or synthesized.

Fully synthetic oils are engineered to increase the performance of today’s more precision built and hotter engines.

And on top of that, this type of oil is also made to meet fuel efficiency standards and emission regulations.

• Pros:
  • Better Protection
  • Improved Fuel Efficiency
  • Better in Extreme Temperature
  • Last Longer
  • Reduced Emission
• Cons:
  • More Expensive
  • Possible Leaks in Older Engines

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2. Synthetic Blend Engine Oil

The next one we’ve the synthetic blend engine oil that combines the fully synthetic and natural (conventional engine oil).

Synthetic blend engine oil has the advantage of fully synthetic engine oil without breaking the bank.

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• Pros:
  • Better Protection Than Conventional Oil
  • Cost-Effective
  • Suitable for Most Vehicles
  • Better Oil-Change Interval

• Cons:
  • Variable Quality
  • Might Be Not So Required for Older Vehicles

3. Conventional Engine Oil

The last one is the all-natural engine oil or Conventional Engine oil.

This type of oil is made with refined crude oil. While offers a good level of protection, the performance of conventional oil might be limited especially in extreme temperature,

• Pros:
  • Cost-Effective
  • Readily Available
  • Compatible with Older Vehicles
• Cons:
  • Low Performance
  • Shorter oil Change Interval
  • Environmental Issues

So there it is, 3 types of engine oil you might need to consider for your daily lovely ride!

The types of engine oil that you choose really determines the longevity of your vehicle, so choose it wisely!

Did you know that every engine oil that is sold and distributed in Indonesia must go through a lot of tests before it is determined that it’s safe to be sold here?

The process of it is called “SNI Certification”. And it is mandatory that every single oil product that about to be sold or distributed here passed this certification process.

Well, if you want your product to be distributed here, make sure it passed the SNI Certification test! Go check this link to learn about this stuff!