What’s so good about synthetic engine oils?
Engine oils are made of base oils and additives. A synthetic lubricant contains
more highly refined base oils than conventional mineral oils, offering superior
protection and performance. Synthetic engine oils provide a variety of benefits
that keep your car’s engine running at optimal performance for years, such as helping
to prevent wear, keeping the engine clean, flowing easily, maintaining viscosity,
preventing rust and reducing friction.
How should I dispose of used synthetic engine oil?
The same environmentally sound procedures should be followed as for conventional
engine oils. Please contact your local Environment Agency or regulatory body for
more detailed guidelines on disposal.
What’s the difference between a fully synthetic and a semi-synthetic engine oil?
All engine oils are made of base oils and additives. Fully synthetic engine oils
contain 100% non-conventional, high-performance fluids. Semi-synthetic engine 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.
Why use Mobil 1 and not another synthetic?
Mobil 1 offers very high levels of engine protection. Back in 1974, when Mobil 1
was launched, it was the first widely available automotive synthetic lubricant on
the market. Today, Mobil 1 is still universally acknowledged as an advanced lubricant.
Can different synthetic engine oils be mixed together?
Yes. Mobil 1 is fully compatible with conventional engine oils, semi-synthetic engine
oils and other synthetic engine oils if you need to mix them. However, it’s worth
knowing that diluting Mobil 1 may reduce its performance.
Is Mobil 1 suited to ‘stop-start’ driving?
Yes. Free-flowing Mobil 1 begins protecting as soon as the engine is started, making
it the perfect choice if most of your driving involves short journeys. On short
journeys – the quick trip to work, the school run or drive to the shops – the engine
hardly has time to warm up before it’s turned off again, so outstanding cold start
protection is needed to save engine wear.
In tests, it’s been proved that Mobil 1 still flows freely at temperatures as low
as minus 40°C and it can reach all moving parts of the engine 10 seconds faster
than some conventional oils at start-up. That means Mobil 1 starts protecting the
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.
Is Mobil 1 suitable for long haul motorway driving?
Yes, Outstanding protection, even at the most extreme temperatures, makes Mobil
1 ideal if most of your driving involves high speed motorway cruising. If you often
drive long distances on fast roads, your car’s engine will get extremely hot and
could become less fuel-efficient. By virtually eliminating engine wear, Mobil 1
keeps the engine in almost the same condition as the day it was fitted. That means
even during long motorway journeys, it will continue to perform at its peak, run
more efficiently and use less fuel.
Is Mobil 1 right for performance driving?
Yes. Tried and tested at the highest levels of motorsport, the world’s leading synthetic
engine oil is the very best choice for the enthusiastic driver. If performance really
matters to you, you’ll continually be placing extreme demands upon your car’s engine.
And, as the Vodafone Mercedes McLaren F1 team know,
using the right lubricant can make a significant difference in terms of increased
power output. What’s more, by using Mobil 1 you’ll enjoy the reassurance of knowing
that your car’s engine has the ultimate protection, no matter how hard you drive
it.
Does Mobil 1 offer value for money?
Yes. While Mobil 1 costs a little more than other engine oils (simply because it
costs more to produce) you will be better off using its unique formulation, which
is the result of an enormous ongoing investment in research and development.
But can you justify paying the extra?
Yes. The outstanding protection provided by Mobil 1 technology can keep your engine
in virtually the same condition as the day it was fitted; potentially avoiding significant
maintenance costs. Just as importantly, free-flowing Mobil 1 conserves energy in
your car’s engine, helping to give better fuel consumption. So while Mobil 1 may
cost you a little more upfront, it can save you money down the road.
