Lubrication Facts & Knowledge

Formula 1 racing engines operate with oil temperatures exceeding 150°C (302°F), nearly hot enough to boil water, compared to about 100°C in regular cars. At these extreme temperatures, conventional oils would break down within minutes, turning into sludge and destroying the engine. Racing oils use specially designed synthetic...

Electric vehicles may have no engine oil, but they still need specialized lubricants for their single-speed gearboxes and electric motors. These EV fluids must handle constant high RPMs, which are typical for electric motors, unlike the varying speeds of gasoline engines....