Synthetic Oil
Synthetic oil is a synthetically
made lubricant consisting of many chemical compounds. Synthetic lubricants can
be made using chemically modified petroleum components instead of whole crude
oil, but they can also be made from other raw materials. However, the base
material is still largely crude oil that is distilled and then modified
physically and chemically. The actual synthesis process and composition of
additives is generally a trade secret and will vary between producers.
Below I present to you the top 5
companies in the field of synthetic oils for the year 2022:
1- Royal Purple
Royal Purple (lubricant
manufacturer) is one of the largest American
companies in the field of producing lubricants for automotive, industrial,
marine and racing uses. It is primarily known for its line of synthetic Royal
Purple Motor Oil products used in gasoline and diesel engines. This company
also produces many other fluids including gear oil, transmission fluid, power
steering fluid and industrial gear, bearing, engine, and hydraulic oil. Other
products include chassis and bearing grease, lubricants, aerosol series
lubricants, and firearms lubricants.
Name
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Royal
Purple, Inc.
|
Type
|
Private
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Founded
|
1986
|
Products
|
·
synthetic
motor oil ·
synthetic
grease ·
oil
filters ·
gear oil
|
Country |
United
States
|
Website
|
|
2- Mobil 1
Mobil 1 is an American company and
brand of synthetic motor oil and other automotive lubricants. Originally
developed by Mobil Oil, it is now marketed and sold globally by ExxonMobil.
Mobil 1 engine oil was introduced
in 1974. The range of brands now includes a variety of engine oils, oil
filters, body grease, transmission fluids and gear lubricants.
Name
|
Mobil 1
|
Type
|
Private
|
Founded
|
1995
|
Products
|
·
motor
oil ·
synthetic
grease ·
oil
filters ·
gear oil
|
Country |
United
States
|
Website
|
|
3- Shell Rotella
Shell Rotella is a family of
heavy-duty engine lubrication products produced by Royal Dutch Shell. The line
includes engine oils, gear oils and coolants. The oil carries an API
"C" diesel rating as well as an API "S" gasoline engine
rating. Ratings vary based on the oil.
Name
|
Shell
Rotella
|
Type
|
Public
|
Founded
|
2011
|
Products
|
·
motor
oil ·
synthetic
grease ·
oil
filters ·
gear oil ·
Diesel
engine lubricants
|
Country |
Netherlands
|
Website
|
|
4- Valvoline
Valvoline Inc. is a major American manufacturer and distributor of Valvoline-branded
automotive oils, additives and lubricants. It also owns the Valvoline Instant
Oil Change and Valvoline Express Care chains for auto repair centers. As of
2016, it is the second largest oil change service provider in the United States
with a market share of 10% and 1,050 locations.
Name
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Valvoline
|
Type
|
Public
|
Founded
|
1866
|
Products
|
·
motor
oil ·
synthetic
grease ·
oil
filters ·
gear oil ·
additives ·
lubricants
|
Country |
United
States
|
Website
|
|
5- Castrol
Castrol is a major British oil
company marketing industrial and automotive lubricants, offering a wide range
of oils, greases and similar products for most lubrication applications.
Name
|
Castrol
|
Type
|
Private
|
Founded
|
1899
|
Products
|
·
motor
oil ·
additives ·
lubricants
|
Country |
British
|
Website
|
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