Can using Synthetic oils make cars survive longer?
Today, auto manufacturers are building lighter and more fuel-efficient internal combustion cars as necessitated by government regulations and consumer demand. Technological advancements have also allowed engines to meet modern demands for improved longevity and efficiency.
With cars lasting longer than they did a decade ago, there is a need for regular maintenance. According to reports, an average car over five years old in the UAE would have accrued 103,900 kilometers, while the global average is only 47,000. Used cars in the GCC alone run more than 47,000 km in their second stint.
With consumers driving their cars longer and further, the requirement to maximize their investment, be prudent and be environmentally conscious increases. This means that these cars have to be regularly maintained.
This is where the use of synthetic oils rises. Since 2010, popular Japanese car manufacturers like Honda and Toyota have upgraded their engine oils, with most of their modern engines using low-viscosity SAE 0W-20 grade oil.
How does using synthetic oils help maintain cars that have gathered over 100,000 km?
Seals, gaskets, and oil filters degrade over time with regular use, resulting in oil leakage and higher oil consumption to keep the performance up. An internal combustion engine running on low oil is dangerous. This is where car manufacturers recommend using high-mileage engine oils specifically designed to protect cars that have crossed 100,000 km.
Why choose high-mileage oils over conventional Oils?
High mileage oils prevent leakage by using components that restore degraded oil to decrease or avert leakage. They provide better engine wear protection for older cars than if conventional low-viscosity engine oils are used. These high-mileage engine oils also protect engines against sludge and deposit buildup.
What’s the verdict for the future?
Engine wear is fast becoming the most significant concern for automobile manufacturers on their journey to produce fuel-efficient cars that must last long. These companies have joined hands with oil companies like Caltex to create engine oils that will support the longevity, durability, and efficiency expected by consumers today. Currently, the general trend in the UAE is the SAE xW-30 grade, but the industry is looking to move to SAE 0W-20. However, soon, one can expect a surge of synthetic-blend and full synthetic high-mileage oils.
