1996年3月1日 · There are ACEA specifications for passenges car motor oils (the A/B class) for catalyst compatible motor oils (the C class) and for heavy duty diesel engine oils (the E class). The classes are further devided into categories to meet the requirements of different engines.

A new 2022 edition of ACEA Oil Sequences for Heavy-Duty Engines has been published to address engine developments that are driven by a combination of regulatory and performance needs, complemented by necessary test maintenance requirements.

In this article, we explain what ACEA specifications are and why it is essential to choose an ACEA-approved engine oil. Not all internal combustion engines are the same. Each vehicle manufacturer recommends the use of precisely determined oil formulas that provide the engine with optimal lubrication and protection.

2023年9月12日 · To exploit the full fuel economy potential, engine oils with low viscosity, lower than the European market having 0W20 grades, are necessary. ACEA’s Light-duty Lubricants Taskforce (TF-LDL) surveyed ACEA’s light-duty vehicle members. The result was a 0W16 grade oil usable for gasoline and diesel applications.

2024年6月8日 · ACEA-approved oil is formulated differently from API-approved oil to suit the builds of European engines. ACEA oils fall into one of three main categories: ACEA A/B, ACEA C, and ACEA E. ACEA first divides oils by class or type and then by applications and features.

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) sets oil standards to ensure compatibility and performance across various engine types. These specifications guide oil manufacturers in creating lubricants suitable for modern …

Using an ACEA-approved engine oil that meets the requirements of your vehicle's engine can help ensure optimal performance, fuel economy, and engine protection. Check with your owner's handbook, use our engine oil recommendation or get in touch with us for a personalised oil recommendation if you are in any doubt.

2021年9月1日 · ACEA oil is formulated to protect the life of diesel particulate filters. API, on the other hand, is more concerned with developing oil specifications that protect three-way catalytic converters and meet higher fuel economy standards.

2021年4月30日 · This document details the 2021 ACEA European Oil Sequences for light-duty engines, replacing the 2016 version. ACEA members that manufacture light-duty vehicles are developing new engine powertrain systems to continue to improve fuel efficiency and deliver the higher performance expected from customers.

2022年6月1日 · Detailed deciphering of all markings on engine oil cans. Find out what API, SAE, ACEA, ILSAC and other engine oil labels mean so you can get the right oil for your car