Why Synthetics?
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All motor oils are made up of base oils and additives. A synthetic lubricant is one that contains more highly refined/higher quality base oils than those used in conventional mineral oils, resulting in superior protection and performance. Synthetic motor oils can provide a variety of benefits that help keep your engine running at optimal performance for years to come; such as help prevent wear, keep an engine clean, flow easily, maintain viscosity, prevent rust and reduce friction.
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How should I dispose of used synthetic motor oil?
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You should follow the same environmentally sound procedures that you do with conventional motor oil. Please contact the Environmental Protection Agency's or your regulatory body for more detailed guidelines on disposal.
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What’s the difference between a fully synthetic and a semi-synthetic motor oil?
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All motor oils are made up of base oils and additives. Fully synthetic motor oils contain 100% non-conventional, high-performance fluids. Semi-synthetic oils (also called “blends”) contain a smaller percentage of these high-performance fluids in combination with conventional mineral oil. Mobil 1 is a fully synthetic motor oil.
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Why Mobil 1 and not another synthetic?
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You get an unsurpassed level of engine protection. Back in 1974 when Mobil 1 was launched, it was the first widely available automotive synthetic lubricant on the market. Today, there are others – but Mobil 1 is still universally acknowledged to be the most advanced. Learn here about Mobil 1 solid performance record.
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Can different synthetic motor oils be mixed together?
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Mobil 1 is fully compatible with conventional motor oils, semi-synthetic motor oils and other synthetic motor oils, should it be necessary to mix them. However, it is important to note that the superior performance of Mobil 1 will be reduced by diluting it in any way.
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Is Mobil 1 suited to 'stop-start' driving?
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Free flowing Mobil 1 starts protecting as soon as you start your engine – making it the perfect choice if most of your driving involves short journeys. If most of your driving consists of short journeys – the quick trip to work, the school run, or down to the shops – your engine hardly has time to warm up before it is turned off again. So to save engine wear, you need outstanding cold start protection.
In tests, it’s been proved that Mobil 1 still flows freely at temperatures as low as negative 50 deg C and on start up, it can reach all moving parts of the engine 10 seconds faster than some conventional oils. That means Mobil 1 starts protecting your engine straight away, saving it from a great deal of punishment – and saving you money on fuel and maintenance costs. And, of course, it also means more reliable starting, even on the coldest mornings.
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Is Mobil 1 suited to long haul motorway driving?
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Outstanding protection even at the most extreme temperatures makes Mobil 1 ideal if most of your driving is high speed motorway cruising. If you often drive long distances at high speeds, your engine will get extremely hot – and, needless to say, fuel economy will be a matter of great importance to you.
The million mile test & the Drive Around the World proves that no matter how long the journey, Mobil 1 can virtually eliminate engine wear – keeping your engine in almost the same condition as the day it was fitted. That means your engine won’t only continue to perform at it’s peak, it will also run more efficiently – therefore using less fuel.
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Is Mobil 1 suited to performance driving?
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Tried and tested at the highest levels of motorsport, the World’s leading Engine Oil is simply the only choice for the really enthusiastic driver. If you enjoy driving and performance really matters to you, then naturally that means you place extreme demands upon your engine. As the McLaren F1 team know, using the right lubricant can make a significant difference, in terms of increased power output. What’s more, of course, you’ll enjoy the reassurance of knowing that your engine has the ultimate protection however hard you drive it.
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Does Mobil 1 offer value for money?
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It’s true that Mobil 1 costs rather more than other engine oils – for the simple reason that it costs rather more to produce. Its unique formulation is the result of an enormous ongoing investment in research and development.
But can you justify paying the extra?
The short answer is a resounding yes. Because the unsurpassed protection provided by Mobil 1 technology – powerfully demonstrated by the Million Mile Test – can keep your engine in virtually the same condition as the day it was fitted, potentially averting significant maintenance costs.
Just as important, free-flowing Mobil 1 conserves energy in your engine, giving you better fuel consumption.
So, while Mobil 1 may cost you rather more up front, it can actually save you money down the road
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