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Valvoline launches Restore & Protect motor oil line

Valvoline Global announced the global launch of its new full synthetic motor oil, Restore & Protect. Vaolvoline says the new oil removes up to 100% of engine-killing deposits with continuous use. Restore & Protect is designed for gasoline-engine automobiles. It makes use of two Valvoline technologies: Active Clean, which removes deposits and restores engines to run like new, and Liqui-Shield, which works proactively to prevent deposit

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GFX announces low-pressure drop oil cooler

GFX has introduced a new low-pressure drop oil cooler for all transmission makes, including heavy-duty application models. According to the company, the product is designed to replace all years. 

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Sponsored video: Lubegard engine oil protectant for turbocharged engines (LSPI)

In this sponsored video, Lubegard highlights the features and benefits of its engine oil protectant for turbocharged engines with LSPI (low-speed pre-ignition), one of the most common problems found in today’s turbocharged gasoline engines, and one you might experience in your shop.

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ILI introduces Lubegard engine oil protectant for turbocharged engines

International Lubricants, Inc. (ILI), makers of Lubegard automotive branded lubricants, announced the introduction of Lubegard Engine Oil Protectant for Turbocharged Engines (LSPI), available exclusively at AutoZone as of this February. According to the company, Lubegard reduces Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI) or low-speed engine knock in all turbocharged gasoline direct injection (TGDI) engines. The company notes that

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Video: Instant shudder fix

This sponsored video shows users how to apply Instant Shudder Fixx by Lubegard.

Video: Lubegard Limited Slip Supplement overview

This sponsored video highlights the Lubegard Limited Slip Supplement, a concentrated friction modifier formulated specifically for eliminating noise, and chatter, and clutch-type limited slip differentials.

Video: Rust and corrosion preventive oil

This sponsored video highlights Rustgard, a rest and corrosion prevention oil from Lubegard.

Sponsored video: Kooler Kleen product overview

This video is sponsored by Lubegard. The text of the video is below. Welcome to the Lubegard Kooler Kleen Transmission Kooler Line Flush with two-in-one fitting, part number 19001-UNV product overview. OEMs state that the transmission oil coolers must be flushed whenever transmissions are replaced, or contaminants, such as metal particles and clutch material, may

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Lubegard introduces Rustgard Rust & Corrosion Preventive Oil

International Lubricants, Inc. (ILI), makers of Lubegard automotive branded lubricants, announced the introduction of Lubegard Rustgard Rust & Corrosion Preventive Oil, available this November. Rustgard is a premium, commercial-grade rust and corrosion preventive oil that provides a long-lasting protective barrier for all metal surfaces on parts, tools, machinery and equipment, the company says. Rustgard’s wax-free

What Are Broad Match Fluids?

According to Counterman Magazine’s February 2021 article Selling Functional Fluids, “Functional automotive fluids make up a broad category, with a wide range of very specialized and unique applications…. Some of the most diverse functional fluids are for transmissions. Today’s shops need to carry many specific fluids, or several universal fluids to meet customer needs.” ENEOS

Video: Rust Meets Its Match with New CRE-OIL

Penetrant formulation includes today’s most advanced chemistry modifiers. This video is sponsored by CRE-OIL.

It Ain’t Just Oil

One thing we have seen that is consistent in the repair industry has been an unprecedented explosion of new and changing technology. An amazing number of new transmission and transfer-case designs soon will be appearing in your shop. The ever-increasing use of computer and electronic controls has made all the units more sophisticated, and diagnosis is becoming a stand-alone specialty.