The API is aiming for a 2027 rollout of the new engine oil spec, which is meant to enhance performance standards.

API PC-12 engine oil categories CL-4 and FB-4 are advancing toward a 2027 launch. Here’s what the changes mean for fleets, ...

January 1, 2027, will be the first license date for two new heavy-duty engine oil categories, if all goes as planned.

The American Petroleum Institute (API) announced progress in the development of its new Proposed Category 12 (PC-12) ...

Preparing for EPA 2027? API’s new PC-12 spec (CL-4 and FB-4) introduces ultra-low viscosity 0W-20 oils and stricter emissions ...

It’s an advanced, next-generation engine oil standard focusing on ultra-low viscosity oils for modern engines. When purchasing oil, look for the API Service Symbol "Donut" on the label, which is an ...

This comprehensive overview of 2024 commercial vehicle engine oil specifications includes details from American Refining Group, Amsoil, Castrol Heavy Duty, BP Lubricants, Cenex, Champion, Chevron, ...

The most current API SN oil category for gasoline engine oils are soon to be superseded by new gasoline engine oil standard aimed at providing greater protection and fuel efficiency for today’s ...