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March-April issue l 2022
Automotive Engine Oil Factors driving the African automotive engine oil market
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utomotive Engine Oil is an essential fluid for lubricating a car’s internal combustion engine. It is a mixture of base oils enhanced with additives like antiwear and detergents. These ingredients increase the oil’s viscosity index, which improves its ability to lubricate the car’s engine. It is important to choose the correct type of automotive oil for your car. Read on to learn more about the different types of Automotive Engine. Conventional oil is commonly used in older cars, especially those that are out of warranty. It’s also less expensive than synthetic oils and is suitable for those who change their own oil. If you’re a diligent oil changer, you can use conventional oil, which is not required for warranty coverage. However, it’s important to note that conventional automotive engine oils are designed for gasoline-fueled passenger cars and light trucks. Regardless of the type of automotive engine you have, you should regularly change the oil in order to keep your car’s engine clean. The automotive engine oil market is segmented based on type and grade. The types of base oils vary in cost and viscosity. The more processed and refined the oil, the more expensive it is. Depending on the level of processing and the application, synthetic products are available in a wide range of prices. In general, though, full synthetics are the most expensive. These oil types are made with petroleum chemicals and are essentially synthetic.
Factors driving the automotive engine oil market A number of factors are driving the African automotive engine oil market. The growth of automobiles in developing countries is one of the major factors driving the industry. A growing population and
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Africa Automotive News l 2022
