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Brad Nelson

Brad Nelson is a staff writer for AMSOIL. Outside of work he enjoys family adventures, wilderness exploration and riding/wrenching on vintage metric motorcycles.

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  • Turn More Heads with AMSOIL Car Care
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    Turn More Heads with AMSOIL Car Care

    AMSOIL car-care products are engineered with advanced technology to deliver powerful cleaning action that helps vehicles shine brighter.
  • Your Ultimate Oil Change
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    Your Ultimate Oil Change

    Right product. Right package. Right to your door.
  • What AMSOIL Motor Oil is Right for You?
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    What AMSOIL Motor Oil is Right for You?

    No matter what you drive or how you drive, AMSOIL provides specially formulated motor oil designed to protect your vehicle.
  • The Crucial Role of Motor Oil in VVT Systems
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    The Crucial Role of Motor Oil in VVT Systems

    VVT issues are typically caused by poor maintenance and low-quality motor oil.
  • Specialized Lubricants Engineered for What You Drive and How You Drive
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    Specialized Lubricants Engineered for What You Drive and How You Drive

    AMSOIL engineers lubricants to maximize performance and protection in a wide array of vehicles.
  • Banks Power
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    Banks Power

    Since the 1960s, Gale Banks' futuristic high-performance engines have broken new ground and set world records.
  • How to Clean your Gas and Diesel Fuel Injectors
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    How to Clean your Gas and Diesel Fuel Injectors

    Using proven AMSOIL fuel additives can save you money on expensive maintenance.
  • Brad Lovell
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    Brad Lovell

    The Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Famer continues to push the sport further.
  • Scott Birdsall
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    Scott Birdsall

    Birdsall’s success across diverse racing disciplines cements his status as a versatile and innovative force in motorsports.
  • AMSOIL-Sponsored Car Shows
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    AMSOIL-Sponsored Car Shows

    Car shows bring enthusiasts together to showcase their vehicles and revel in the beauty and innovation of automobiles.
  • Prep Your Vehicle Now for Your Summer Road Trip
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    Prep Your Vehicle Now for Your Summer Road Trip

    One thing that can dampen the good vibes of a summer road trip is car trouble.
  • Why Buy Signature Series?
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    Why Buy Signature Series?

    AMSOIL Signature Series 100% Synthetic Motor Oil is engineered for enthusiasts seeking maximum protection and performance.
  • 20 Questions with Rad Dan Burkett
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    20 Questions with Rad Dan Burkett

    We sat down with the Team AMSOIL Formula Drift Pro driver to find out what makes him tick.
  • Greg Alberalla
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    Greg Alberalla

    The Kentucky-based diesel mechanic documents all his projects on his popular YouTube channel.
  • The Truck Show Podcast Rolls Through AMSOIL Headquarters
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    The Truck Show Podcast Rolls Through AMSOIL Headquarters

    Jay “Lightning” Tilles and Sean Holman traveled to the AMSOIL headquarters and took their listeners along for the ride.
  • Modern Hydraulic Lifters: Advanced Lubrication More Important than Ever
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    Modern Hydraulic Lifters: Advanced Lubrication More Important than Ever

    The task of motor oil to protect hydraulic lifters is increasingly challenging.
  • Superior Cold-Start Engine Protection Play Video
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    Superior Cold-Start Engine Protection

    AMSOIL Signature Series went head-to-head against other brands for cold-flow capability – and came out on top.
  • Two New Drivetrain Products
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    Two New Drivetrain Products

    AMSOIL expands its Signature Series 100% Synthetic ATF and SEVERE GEAR 100% Synthetic Gear Lube lines.
  • Bryce Menzies
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    Bryce Menzies

    Legend. After seven championships and numerous podium finishes, Bryce Menzies has already earned the moniker.
  • The Science of Multigrade Oils
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    The Science of Multigrade Oils

    Prior to the introduction of multigrade oils, the method to maintain proper viscosity year-round was seasonal oil changes.
  • 20 Gift Ideas for the Gearhead on Your List
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    20 Gift Ideas for the Gearhead on Your List

    Don’t know what to get for the enthusiast on your list? Here are 20 items they will love.
  • Carry That Weight
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    Carry That Weight

    When extreme loads break the lubricant film, metal-to-metal contact occurs, increasing friction and heat.
  • AMSOIL INC. Acquires Aerospace Lubricants with Strategy for Growth
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    AMSOIL INC. Acquires Aerospace Lubricants with Strategy for Growth

    Acquiring Aerospace Lubricants will help AMSOIL expand grease formulation and production.
  • AMSOIL 100% Synthetic DCT Fluid: Protect the Thrill
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    AMSOIL 100% Synthetic DCT Fluid: Protect the Thrill

    AMSOIL 100% Synthetic DCT Fluid is specifically engineered for sophisticated dual-clutch transmissions.
  • A Beginner’s Guide to Changing Oil in 10 Simple Steps
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    A Beginner’s Guide to Changing Oil in 10 Simple Steps

    Changing your own motor oil can save you time and money, and it may be easier than you think.
  • MUSCLE CAR MANIA: Mopar* or No Car
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    MUSCLE CAR MANIA: Mopar* or No Car

    The engines that powered classic Mopar* muscle cars live on as legends. Here are a few standouts.
  • Why Motor Oil Deteriorates
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    Why Motor Oil Deteriorates

    The accumulation of contaminants and chemical changes in the motor oil eventually make it unfit for further service.
  • New Products Meet the Moment
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    New Products Meet the Moment

    AMSOIL introduces Signature Series 0W-16 100% Synthetic Motor Oil and OE 0W-40 100% Synthetic Motor Oil.
  • AMSOIL 100% Synthetic High-Mileage Motor Oil Attacks Sludge
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    AMSOIL 100% Synthetic High-Mileage Motor Oil Attacks Sludge

    AMSOIL High-Mileage Motor Oil reduced sludge by 67%, demonstrating its cleaning power that helps engines last longer and perform better.
  • Bound by Performance: The Lingenfelter & AMSOIL Strategic Partnership
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    Bound by Performance: The Lingenfelter & AMSOIL Strategic Partnership

    AMSOIL and Lingenfelter Performance Engineering (LPE) have formed a strategic partnership. AMSOIL products are now the “Official Lubricants of LPE.”
  • MUSCLE CAR MANIA: Chevy* Power
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    MUSCLE CAR MANIA: Chevy* Power

    We look under the hood at classic Chevy muscle car engines and the products to protect them.
  • MUSCLE CAR MANIA: Legends of the Ford*
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    MUSCLE CAR MANIA: Legends of the Ford*

    We explore a few legendary Ford muscle-car engines and premium AMSOIL products to help protect them.
  • Advanced Protection for Hybrid Vehicles
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    Advanced Protection for Hybrid Vehicles

    AMSOIL provides up to 16% better low-temperature viscosity than Mobil 1.A
  • What’s the Best Oil for My Snowblower?
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    What’s the Best Oil for My Snowblower?

    Using a high-quality, purpose-built oil can provide extra protection for your snowblower’s engine.
  • The One-Two Punch: AMSOIL P.i.® and Upper Cylinder Lubricant
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    The One-Two Punch: AMSOIL P.i.® and Upper Cylinder Lubricant

    These fuel additives work together to help keep your vehicle running at peak power and performance.
  • Annual Oil Changes with AMSOIL Extended-Life Motor Oil
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    Annual Oil Changes with AMSOIL Extended-Life Motor Oil

    AMSOIL Extended-Life Motor Oil provides enhanced protection and convenience.
  • AMSOIL High-Mileage Motor Oil Goes the Extra Mile
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    AMSOIL High-Mileage Motor Oil Goes the Extra Mile

    AMSOIL 100% High-Mileage Motor Oil is engineered for vehicles with over 75,000 miles.
  • New AMSOIL Synthetic European Motor Oil Viscosities
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    New AMSOIL Synthetic European Motor Oil Viscosities

  • ILSAC GF-6, API SP & dexos: Making Sense of Motor Oil Specifications Play Video
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    ILSAC GF-6, API SP & dexos: Making Sense of Motor Oil Specifications

    AMSOIL synthetic motor oils meet or exceed the latest performance specifications.
  • The Rise of Overlanding and How to Get Started
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    The Rise of Overlanding and How to Get Started

    Overlanding focuses on remote off-road exploration and adventure.
  • GM dexos R Raises the Motor-Oil Bar for High-Performance Engines
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    GM dexos R Raises the Motor-Oil Bar for High-Performance Engines

    AMSOIL Signature Series already outperforms the new motor oil specification.
  • Beer Money & Lyle Barnett — Full Speed Ahead
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    Beer Money & Lyle Barnett — Full Speed Ahead

    Beer Money driver Lyle Barnett is driven to win – and help other burn victims along the way.
  • Jeep History
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    Jeep History

    Jeeps have been loved since they were first sent into battle during World War II.
  • Lubricants Must Be Formulated to Control Foam
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    Lubricants Must Be Formulated to Control Foam

    Foam in oil may lead to mechanical damage.
  • The Thrill, the Speed, the Smell and Sound
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    The Thrill, the Speed, the Smell and Sound

    An interview with Dennis Wey – 2022 Dutch Enduro Sprint National Champion
  • Brad Lovell Climbs into Off-Road Hall of Fame
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    Brad Lovell Climbs into Off-Road Hall of Fame

    Lovell has proven himself to be one of the most successful and versatile off-road racers in history.
  • What Do Spark Plugs Do?
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    What Do Spark Plugs Do?

  • Scott Birdsall Just Getting Started
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    Scott Birdsall Just Getting Started

    Scott Birdsall, holder of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and half-mile diesel records, has new goals in site.
  • Can I Use Transmission Fluid in Oil to Clean My Engine?
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    Can I Use Transmission Fluid in Oil to Clean My Engine?

    ATF is not made to clean sludge from engines. Instead, it's best to use a dedicated engine flush.
  • What is the Best Motor Oil for LSPI?
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    What is the Best Motor Oil for LSPI?

    AMSOIL synthetic motor oils achieved 100% protection against LSPI in industry-standard testing.
  • Can You Mix AMSOIL With Other Motor Oil?
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    Can You Mix AMSOIL With Other Motor Oil?

    You may not have a choice in rare circumstances, but here's why you shouldn't mix AMSOIL with other oil.
  • Why Do Motorists Change Oil in the Spring and Fall?
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    Why Do Motorists Change Oil in the Spring and Fall?

    Spring and fall constitute “oil-change season” for many, but that schedule is more tradition than a maintenance imperative.
  • Top 5 Motor Oil Myths Busted
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    Top 5 Motor Oil Myths Busted

    Motor oil myths abound. Here are five of the most persistent along with our myth-busting facts.
  • What’s ABS in a Car?
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    What’s ABS in a Car?

    ABS stands for Antilock Braking System. ABS keeps brakes from locking up, providing better control while braking.
  • How Does an Engine Work? Combustion & Components
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    How Does an Engine Work? Combustion & Components

    An internal-combustion engine works by converting fuel and air into mechanical energy.
  • Will Electric Cars Replace Gas Cars?
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    Will Electric Cars Replace Gas Cars?

    Electric cars are merging onto our roads, but petrol-power is here to stay.
  • A Beginner’s Guide to Motor Oil: What You Need to Know
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    A Beginner’s Guide to Motor Oil: What You Need to Know

    Motor oil seems simple, but nothing could be further from the truth. Here's what you need to know.

    • What Does Oil Viscosity Mean

    Oil viscosity is the measure of its resistance to flow. How quickly or slowly motor oil flows affects how well it protects your engine.

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