How to Help the Environment
Why AMSOIL Products are Better for The Environment in Many Ways
AMSOIL, Inc. has always been dedicated to developing products that are better for the environment. AMSOIL was the first oil company to recommend 25,000-mile/one-year oil change intervals. By safely extending oil change intervals, AMSOIL synthetic lubricants dramatically reduce the amount of waste oil and empty oil containers that are disposed of.
As you are about to see, this is just one of the many ways that AMSOIL can help the environment. You will also see how AMSOIL can help your wallet, too! This is not a new fad that AMSOIL is jumping on board with – it is the history of AMSOIL, the way AMSOIL has operated since 1972!
Eco-Friendly Products
Since AMSOIL’s introduction of the world’s first synthetic engine oil, AMSOIL lubricants have been setting new standards for motor oil quality. AMSOIL synthetic lubricants are specially designed to protect engine components, reduce emissions, last longer, reduce fuel consumption, and prevent environmental pollution. From the beginning, AMSOIL premium synthetic oils have outperformed conventional petroleum oils on all counts.
In addition to extended oil change intervals, AMSOIL premium synthetic oils provide superior protection for engine components, extending the life of the engine, and reducing the need for replacing engine parts. They are also thermally stable with a strong resistance to high-temperature volatility (burn-off), preventing sludge deposits and keeping engines clean. Low volatility and clean operation reduce oil consumption and reduce emissions.
AMSOIL lubricants also reduce friction and allow engines to use energy more efficiently. The advanced lubricity (slipperiness) of AMSOIL synthetic lubricants has been proven to increase fuel economy by 2 to 5 percent. This helps to reduce foreign oil dependency and reduce fuel consumption.
AMSOIL also manufactures gasoline additives and diesel additives that improve performance and fuel efficiency. AMSOIL P.i. Performance Improver Gasoline Additive maximizes fuel efficiency by dissolving and removing fuel system deposits and other contaminants for improved power and overall performance.
AMSOIL Diesel Injector Clean Fuel Additive improves performance, fuel efficiency, and longevity of diesel engines while reducing deposits, black smoke, and emissions. It improves fuel economy by cleaning dirty injectors and restores horsepower.
Emissions Are a Leading Cause of Air Pollution
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, air pollution comes from factories, businesses, consumer products, and, most of all, from cars, trucks, and buses. Pollution from vehicles cause two of our worst air pollution problems, smog and carbon monoxide. Although cars cause less pollution today than they have in the past, there are more cars on the road today (averaging more than two per family) and people are driving more due to urban sprawl.
Each year nearly 600 million gallons of motor oil are burned and exit through the tailpipes of cars and trucks, creating emissions pollution. Petroleum oils volatilize (burn off) more readily than AMSOIL synthetic motor oils and create more emissions. The thicker oil left behind after volatilization contributes to damaging deposits, sticky piston rings, and oil blow-by, all of which cause reduced engine life, reduced fuel economy, and increased air pollution.
Solutions to Environmental Pollution
Modern society cannot function without lubricants. While motor oil is a necessity, it is also potentially destructive to the environment. Therefore, it is important to select innovative, efficient products that help solve pollution problems. AMSOIL premium synthetic motor oils resist chemical breakdown and the formation of sludge, keeping engines cleaner, therefore reducing emissions and air pollution.
The service life of a lubricant depends in part on its formulation and ability to withstand the demanding conditions inside an engine. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils have been specifically engineered to resist oxidation, volatility, and viscosity loss, helping them maintain their protective properties dramatically longer than conventional motor oils.
For decades, motorists were commonly encouraged to change their oil every 3,000 miles. AMSOIL challenged that convention by developing synthetic motor oils capable of providing extended-drain protection. Today, AMSOIL motor oils are recommended for extended oil-change intervals of up to 25,000 miles or one year, depending on the product. Extended-drain options are also available for diesel applications.
AMSOIL premium synthetic motor oils protect engine components, reduce emissions, last longer, and reduce fuel consumption―all features that are solutions to environmental pollution.
AMSOIL 100% Synthetic Motor Oil―Better for Your Wallet and the Environment
Consumers today expect more from the products they buy—and motor oil should be no exception. They want outstanding protection and performance, but they’re also increasingly conscious of their impact on the environment. With AMSOIL, they don’t have to choose between the two. By switching to AMSOIL premium synthetic motor oil, customers can enjoy exceptional protection and performance along with environmental benefits they may not have considered.
AMSOIL extended oil-change intervals provide meaningful environmental benefits by reducing the amount of used motor oil that requires disposal. Fewer oil changes also mean less discarded packaging. At the same time, going longer between oil changes saves customers time and makes vehicle maintenance more convenient—another important benefit of choosing AMSOIL.
Oil filters are also a significant contributor to environmental waste and by using AMSOIL Ea Oil Filters, customers can be sure that they are receiving the highest quality filtration while embracing yet another easy way to reduce waste. Because of their extended oil filter life, customers need to change AMSOIL Ea Oil Filters less often.
It seems messages about the importance of “going green” and reducing our environmental impact are everywhere these days. Consumers are increasingly conscious of how their purchasing decisions affect the environment, while rising costs for fuel, groceries, and other everyday necessities have them looking for ways to save money without sacrificing quality. AMSOIL 100% Synthetic Motor Oil helps address both concerns. By dramatically extending oil change intervals, AMSOIL can help save time and money while reducing the amount of used oil, oil filters, and packaging that enter the waste stream. It’s a simple way to make a choice that’s better for your vehicle, your wallet, and the environment.
Environmentally Conscious Company
AMSOIL INC. doesn’t just leave the responsibilities of environmental protection to their products; AMSOIL is an environmentally responsible company that is diligent in making efforts to keep the earth clean. AMSOIL recycles virtually 100% of the corrugated trays and packaging boxes that come into the facilities, equaling several tons of recycled cardboard each month. All used steel drums and all “clean” plastic bottles are also recycled. AMSOIL is in the process of exploring how to recycle used stretch wrap and banding as well.
The AMSOIL Center was originally a grocery distribution warehouse, which required 109,000 square feet of refrigeration and freezer space and 6.2 miles of copper pipe. Since AMSOIL did not need the refrigeration systems, the Freon and the copper pipe were recycled before moving into the space.
In addition to the copper pipes, the AMSOIL Center came fully equipped with office furniture. Instead of tossing the furniture into a dumpster to be hauled off to the land fill, AMSOIL partnered with an organization named Common Ground and donated it to 38 different non-profit organizations.
How You Can Help Reduce Environmental Impact
Since 1972, AMSOIL INC. has been a pioneer in synthetic lubrication technology. AMSOIL was the first company to introduce a synthetic motor oil to earn API service requirements, the first to recommend 25,000-mile/one-year oil change intervals, and the first to develop a system for safely extending oil-change intervals even further through oil analysis.
Decades of research, laboratory testing, and millions of miles of real-world performance have helped AMSOIL remain at the forefront of synthetic lubrication technology. Through continued research and product development, AMSOIL remains committed to developing high-performance lubricants that help reduce oil consumption, waste, and environmental impact.
AMSOIL provides the products, technology, and tools needed to extend oil-change intervals while maintaining outstanding engine protection. The next step is yours. Learn more about the 3,000-mile oil change myth and discover how choosing longer oil-change intervals can help you use less oil, create less waste, and spend less time changing oil. When you’re ready, buy AMSOIL and put those benefits to work in your own vehicle.