Due to its role in lubrication, friction reduction, and cooling, motor oil is crucial for engines. Without it, the internal parts would be subjected to extreme wear, resulting in damaged components, ...

Exxon Mobil has agreed to investigate chemical contamination at a Rochester site used as an oil refinery in the late 1800s, a ...

Changing your car's oil is a great feeling, right? You save money, you feel self-reliant, and you get to look at the black goop you just drained and think, "Yep, that did some serious work in there." ...

An aerial view of the southeastern side of the Phillips 66 refinery in Wilmington. (Photo: Google Earth) This article was produced by Capital & Main. It is published here with permission. One of Los ...

Performing an oil change can be extremely enjoyable — watching that used sludge drain out and replacing it with clean amber liquid can even help you feel more connected to the engine. However, many ...

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