Here's a rundown of the history of engine oil and where we go from here. Motoring USA. Why Modern Engines Use Lightweight Oil. Posted: May 30, 2025 | Last updated: June 6, 2025.

In a nutshell, here are the engines that need new oil viscosity, and those that don’t: 2019 and 2020 model years: 0W-20 (no change) 2021 to 2024 model years with non-replaced engines that passed ...

Wrong, if you get your 2021-2024 L87 6.2 engine inspected and passed, the GM corporation will give you “free” a 10 year 150,000-mile warranty from the in-service date.

Though a small amount of extra oil added to your engine shouldn't affect it, if you overfill it, that can turn into bad news. Here's why and the easy fix.

Engine oil has a violent job and as a result, it's subject to intense wear and tear and degradation over time. Because of that, you have to change your oil regularly as part of your routine auto ...

If your car is using excess oil, and you've determined how and why, what should you do about it? Honestly, you should really get your vehicle into the shop as soon as possible.

If the engine’s tolerances aren’t as tight, meaning there’s a bit more space between the moving parts, that thin oil may not provide a thick-enough film between them, increasing the risk of ...

3. Can I Use GF-7 Engine Oil In My Older Car? Yes, GF-7A engine oils are designed to be backward-compatible with previous ILSAC specifications in popular viscosity grades like 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-30 ...

GUANGZHOU -- Honda Motor will halve the engine production capacity at a plant in China's Guangdong province in the face of rapidly accelerating demand for electric vehicles in the world's No. 2 ...

Royal Enfield 440cc engine — The new Scram 440. Royal Enfield currently has one motorcycle powered by the 411 engine — the Scram 411. The motorcycle has been on sale for three years now and ...

Royal Enfield has unveiled the Classic 650 at EICMA 2024. Inspired by the Classic 350, the 650 boasts a larger frame, a 648cc engine, and modern features like Tripper navigation and LED lighting ...