Blog: Automotive
Performance of Engine Oils in the Presence of Biodiesel Fuel
CEC L-109 – a new industry requirement More…
New Finished Product Requirements for EU REACH
See what the new ruling means by checking out our infographic More…
Set a Course for Compliance with FMVSS 108
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108 has changed; how does this impact your products? More…
A Closer Look: Korean Market Now has Access to CAPA
The Korean market will now have access to CAPA parts as an alternative to OEM. More…
Why buy a certified automotive lift?
Why should a manufacturer of automotive lifts certify their product? Because buyers are more likely to prefer it. More…
What are the New Pitfalls & Quality Assurance for Biofuels Today? (Part II)
Advanced bio components such as hydrotreated refined & Fisher Tropsch refined diesel are now entering the market. More…
What are the New Pitfalls & Quality Assurance for Biofuels Today? (Part I)
Today, the biofuels global market is a complex business. But why? Several factors affecting this market range from different biomass resources to various supply systems... More…
Developing Engine Oils is Essentially Invisible to the Motor Vehicle Owners, but Absolutely Critical to Vehicle Engine Life
The engine oil lubricant industry and the infrastructure to support the effort to reliably market quality engine oils is largely invisible to the average driver of a pickup truck, passenger car, delivery truck, bus, freight hauler, etc. More…
(Video) Dean Schoppe discusses market drivers in the engines, fuels and lubricants industries
The big drivers of the fuel lubricant and emissions market are the engine manufacturers along with regulatory agencies (i.e., EPA). Learn more as Dean discusses the impact they have on the industry. More…
The Differences Between VOC Content and Emissions
Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) testing is growing in popularity and importance in many industries. As I address more and more requests to evaluate many different products for VOC, one critical question that usually needs to be answered: Is the testing required going to be for VOC content or VOC emission? More…
A Closer Look: Medium-Heavy Duty Engine Fuel Economy
Recently mandated fuel economy standards are forcing engine manufacturers to squeeze every last drop from fuel. More…
Competition in the Electric Vehicle Industry: Don't Let Safety Certification Hold You Back
Intense investment in the electric vehicle market could potentially cause a back log for manufacturers trying to get their products, with the necessary safety certifications, to the global marketplace. More…