Automotive Terms Glossary
There are quite complex terms in the automotive field, we will tell you what the most popular of them mean in simple terms.
Synthetic oil is a type of motor oil that is artificially created and designed to provide superior performance and protection compared to conventional motor oils. Synthetic oil is typically made from a variety of chemicals, including polyalphaolefins (PAOs), esters, and base oils.
David Muench (Carnes Mechanical)2022-04-13
ACEA divides oils into 3 main groups: A/B - for gasoline or diesel-powered passenger car engines. C class is for diesel and gasoline engines. E is for diesel trucks.
David Muench (Carnes Mechanical)2022-03-22
Oil viscosity is a term that refers to the thickness of an oil. The thicker an oil is, the higher its viscosity. This means that it takes longer for the oil to flow and it is more resistant to being forced through small spaces. Viscosity is important because it determines…
David Muench (Carnes Mechanical)2022-03-22
The lamp designations for xenon headlights range from D1 to D4. Lamp type numbers identify the technology by which they work, and in this case it's "Discharge".
David Muench (Carnes Mechanical)2020-03-18
