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Let’s Dispel Some Common Misconceptions About Fluid Analysis At Chevron, we are strong advocates of regularly scheduled, in-service fluid analysis for both on-highway and off-highway equipment. We have seen first-hand how it can help fleets identify potential issues to avoid costly unscheduled equipment repairs and downtime. Yet we still hear some skepticism about the value

How to Keep Your GDI Engine Clean and Efficient What are GDI engines and why are they popular? Gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines are a type of internal combustion engine that inject fuel directly into the cylinder, rather than into the intake manifold. This allows for more precise control of the air-fuel ratio, resulting in

Introducing a New Line of Greases to Keep Equipment Humming What differentiates one grease from another? Hint: it’s not the color. Let’s put that notion to rest. Color is primarily a marketing tool to help customers distinguish greases, and every producer’s color scheme is different. The dye has nothing to do with grease performance.  A

European vs. American Engine Oils​ Have you ever wondered what makes European engine oil different from standard or American engine oil? If you’re servicing a European car, how do you choose the right oil?  In this article, we will explore the unique characteristics and advantages of European engine oil, and how it can improve your

Service Shop Owners: Are You Still Doing What You Love? The end of the year is a time when oil service operators take stock of their business. It’s a good time to reflect on what went well this past year, what could be improved, and what you might do differently in the year ahead. Along