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The Right Oil for the

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Why Correct Engine Lubrication

The Right Oil for the Job: Why Correct Engine Lubrication Drives Fleet Reliability

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engine- from long-haul trucks to delivery vehicles- relies on the right engine oil to perform efficiently and prevent costly downtime. Engine oil reduces friction Every combustion engine- from long-haul trucks to delivery vehicles- relies on the right engine between moving parts, improves fuel economy, power output, and engine life, while also oil to perform efficiently and prevent costly downtime. Engine oil reduces friction between moving protecting against wear, corrosion, and harmful deposits. It helps remove contaminants parts, improves fuel economy, power output, and engine life, while also protecting against wear,
and regulates engine temperature by absorbing friction heat, keeping performance consistent and reliable.
corrosion, and harmful deposits. IT HELPS REMOVE CONTAMINANTS AND REGULATES ENGINE TEMPERATURE
Modern engines BY ABSORBING differ greatly FRICTION in design and
HEAT efficiency, KEEPING goals PERFORMANCE, so there’ s no one-size-fits-all
CONSISTENT AND RELIABLE solution.. Newer powertrains often require lighter viscosity oils to reduce internal drag and
Modern engines maximise differ fuel greatly economy in design without and efficiency compromising protection. goals, so An there excellent’ s no one-size-fits-all example is solution TITAN. Newer GT1 LONGLIFE IV SAE 0W-20, a premium performance often engine require lighter oil designed viscosity for oils modern to VW engines. It delivers exceptional fuel economy,
powertrains reduce internal drag and maximise fuel economy reduced CO2 emissions, rapid cold-start performance, and outstanding reserves under without compromising protection. demanding conditions. With BluEV Technology, it’ s also suitable for hybrid vehicles from various manufacturers.
An excellent example is TITAN GT1 LONGLIFE IV SAE 0W-20, a premium performance engine oil designed for modern VW engines. It delivers exceptional fuel economy, reduced CO₂ emissions,
Specifications: ACEA C5, FORD WSS-M2C956-A1 Approvals: PORSCHE C20, VW 508 00 / 509 00 Choosing oil that meets the correct OEM approvals and global performance standards( such as API or ACEA) ensures full protection and compliance with manufacturer requirements. Using the wrong oil can increase fuel consumption, reduce performance, cause premature wear, or even lead to engine failure— all costly and avoidable outcomes. At FUCHS, transparency and technical integrity are core priorities. Every oil clearly lists its approvals, specifications, and tested applications. Fleet operators can use the FUCHS Oil Chooser or consult a FUCHS representative for tailored recommendations. Partner with FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA to keep every engine in your fleet protected, efficient, and reliable.
rapid cold-start performance, and outstanding reserves under demanding conditions. With BluEV Technology, it’ s also suitable for hybrid vehicles from various manufacturers.
Specifications: ACEA C5, FORD WSS-M2C956-A1 Approvals: PORSCHE C20, VW 508 00 / 509 00 Choosing oil that meets the correct OEM approvals and global performance standards( such as API or ACEA) ensures full protection and compliance with manufacturer requirements. Using the wrong oil can increase fuel consumption, reduce performance, cause premature wear, or even lead to engine failure— all costly and avoidable outcomes.
Follow FUCHS on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, or visit fuchs. com / za / en / contact
At FUCHS, transparency and technical integrity are core priorities. Every oil clearly lists its approvals, specifications, and tested applications. Fleet operators can use the FUCHS Oil Chooser or consult a FUCHS representative for tailored recommendations. Partner with FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA to keep every engine in your fleet protected, efficient, and reliable.
Follow FUCHS on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, or visit fuchs. com / za / en / contact
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