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Why Lorraine Became an AMSOIL Dealer

Jacob Raddatz|Oct 19, 2018 8:00 AM

In our opinion, being an AMSOIL Dealer is a pretty sweet gig. However, we may be a little biased. That’s why we asked some of our AMSOIL Dealers why they like being a Dealer.

What Causes Engine Oil Oxidation?

John Baker|Oct 17, 2018 10:59 AM

As you might expect, oxygen causes engine oil oxidation. Oxygen comprises about 20 percent of our atmosphere. It’s the third most common element in the universe. Without it we’d all be doomed. And yet too much of it can cause problems inside your engine.

Presenting the 2018 SEMA New Product Showcase Entries

Jamie Jarvi|Oct 15, 2018 10:21 AM

The world-famous SEMA Show, in Las Vegas, is just around the corner. We’re gearing up for another exciting year with our peers and fellow enthusiasts. SEMA is where industry movers and shakers gather to share the latest and greatest automotive manufacturing technology.

Check out these Awesome Motorcycles from the Barber Vintage Festival

Lindsay Premo|Oct 12, 2018 2:34 PM

Hi, race fans! Your resident AMSOIL racing and events expert here with a breakdown of what Team AMSOIL has been up to “On the Track” and what’s to come in our “Staging Area.”

Why Does Motor Oil Turn Black?

John Baker|Oct 11, 2018 2:00 PM

What causes black motor oil? And when your oil darkens does it mean it’s time to change it? Well, there are a couple of factors that can cause the former. Let’s dig in. Factors causing black motor oil Heat cycles naturally darken motor oil During your drive to work in the morning, your engine reaches

John Baker|Oct 08, 2018 11:51 AM

Motorists sometimes ask if they should use a lighter viscosity of motor oil once winter arrives. Yes – provided your vehicle manufacturer allows it.

A Beginner’s Guide to the Fall Carlisle Car Show

Lindsay Premo|Oct 02, 2018 8:00 AM

It was a 1982 Chevy Camaro. Lola was her name. My late husband had saved his hard-earned money to purchase Lola when he was just 15 years old. When he blew the horn, the “Dukes of Hazzard” theme played. He picked me up in it for one of our first dates.

What’s the Minimum I Should Drive My Car? And Other Winter Car Storage Tips

Jamie Jarvi|Oct 01, 2018 8:30 AM

The roads are home to all kinds of vehicles. Daily drivers that clock thousands of miles each year. Seasonal vehicles that only clock hundreds. And then there are some whose odometers move only when being loaded or unloaded from a trailer. In any instance, winter vehicle storage is sometimes inevitable.

Sneak Peek: Watch an Off-Road Truck Race a Snowmobile

Lindsay Premo|Sep 19, 2018 9:11 AM

Happy fall, race fans! The leaves are changing, pumpkin spice is back and my fantasy football team is crushing it (sure, we’re only two weeks into the season, but, still).

Tips & Tricks for Landing a Racing Sponsorship

Lindsay Premo|Sep 14, 2018 3:14 PM

When I first started reviewing sponsorship proposals at AMSOIL, I received a call from someone seeking sponsorship. He rattled off his accomplishments and told me about his vehicle he planned to drive during the upcoming season.