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By Counterman
Applications are being accepted for the Federated Car Care Scholarship program.
Interested students should complete and submit their applications at
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Administered by the University of the Aftermarket Foundation (
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Federated is one of more than 30 other organizations awarding scholarships on
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By Counterman
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation is accepting applications for hundreds of scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Scholarships are available to students training to become automotive, heavy-duty or collision repair technicians or those studying engineering, business, IT/cybersecurity or other courses in preparation for a career in the motor-vehicle aftermarket.
Graduating high school seniors, full-time post-secondary students and former recipients are welcome to apply.
Each completed application is considered for all scholarships where the student meets the qualifications, the foundation noted.
The application deadline is March 31.
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By Counterman
Engine oil has become an integral part of automakers’ fuel-economy and emissions strategy, with each company specifying its own unique blend of base stocks and additives to achieve specific goals. The result has been a surge in specialized lubricants, and no small amount of confusion over the “correct” recommendations for each application.
While there are multiple oil specifications (even within a single manufacturer) to sift through, these criteria often relate to the varying levels of sulfated ash, phosphorous and sulfur (SAPS) found in these additive packages. As far back as the 1990s, oil manufacturers began to reduce the amount of phosphorous (and zinc) in their additive packages, as these anti-wear and anti-oxidant elements had a nasty side effect: catalytic-converter failures.
Bonding with platinum found in the catalyst bed, zinc and phosphorous reduce the efficiency of the catalyst, increasing emissions to unacceptable levels. The new oil formulas were great for contemporary vehicles, but classic and other pre-converter vehicles were prone to increased wear. ZDDP (zinc dialkyl dithiophosphate) additives restore these lost elements, but only should be used in applications without catalytic converters.
Sulfur became a key talking point in the early 2000s, as diesel fuels began to transition to “ultra-low-sulfur diesel” (ULSD) formulas to meet increasingly strict EPA guidelines. Sulfur reduction allows for the use of emissions-aftertreatment devices such as particulate filters and catalysts common in modern diesels. Sulfur, as part of the SAPS content in engine oils, has the same negative effect on pollution-control devices, contaminating catalysts and increasing buildup of particulate materials.
SAPS levels vary among these engine-oil specifications, and are selected based on engine design, the emissions equipment used and even manufacturer-specified oil-change intervals. European specs often are the most visible, with Mercedes, Volkswagen-Audi and BMW groups each specifying multiple standards across their lineups. Specifications for naturally aspirated or turbocharged gasoline engines may differ from those for diesels with and without aftertreatment devices. Higher-SAPS engine oils are generally suitable for older or higher-mileage applications, and for those with extended oil-change intervals – but not for those with particulate filters.
“European Formula” engine oils often contain mid-to-high levels of SAPS, due to the extended oil-change intervals, from 10,000 to 15,000 miles for some manufacturers. The European market has a significant number of light-vehicle diesel engines, especially when compared to the U.S. market. Emissions standards in the European Union are stricter than ours, so many of the pollution-control systems now in use stateside are already familiar to European engineers.
Lower-SAPS oils (by definition) will contain less ash, phosphorous and sulfur, reducing the amount of particulate matter that eventually can collect downstream or be released into the atmosphere via the exhaust. For vehicles that employ a particulate filter in their exhaust system, this means less buildup of ash-based residue, extending the service life of the filter, and reducing the frequency of regeneration events.
Here in the U.S., diesels are most prevalent in light trucks and SUVs. DPF-regeneration events fall into two categories: passive and active. Passive regeneration happens on its own, usually at highway speeds and under load, while active regeneration requires the PCM to alter its fuel or timing strategy to increase exhaust-gas temperature to a level high enough to “burn” particulates from the DPF.
Lower-SAPS engine-oil formulations are better-suited to these diesels (as well as gasoline vehicles with three-way catalytic converters) because there’s less residue to potentially contaminate aftertreatment devices, and they also can provide modern engines with longer service life. The unfortunate trade-off for most of these formulations is oil life, so some manufacturers choose to specify mid-level SAPS content in some applications.
European oil standards are set by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (known as “ACEA,” an acronym based on the French translation). Like the API standards, ACEA standards categorize engine oils for gas and diesel usage, but also consider further parameters for emissions and fuel economy. Along with the API designation and the manufacturer’s specifications, you’re likely to see the ACEA A/B (gas/diesel) or C (three-way catalyst or aftertreatment diesel) classification on these Euro-specific oils.
When specifying or recommending engine oils for ANY vehicle, the owner’s manual is the primary source of reference. It not only contains the factory-authorized fill information, but often gives alternate information useful to making an informed substitution when necessary. If your e-catalog suite includes lubricant reference information, these specs also can be easily consulted and compared to the labels of your oil inventories. If your required manufacturer’s standard isn’t printed plainly on the oil container, most oil vendors’ websites now feature compatibility and selection widgets.
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By Counterman
D-A Lubricant Co. announced a new look for its PennGrade passenger-car motor oil and PennGrade1 high-performance oil – a first since D-A acquired the PennGrade name and logo in 2015.
The PennGrade lineup of motor oil for passenger cars is now color-coded to demonstrate the distinct levels of viscosities between the synthetic, full synthetic and premium full synthetic motor oils.
“The refresh on the labeling with the new color system makes it easier for the consumer to identify and differentiate between our good, better and best selection of motor oils for passenger cars,” said D-A Lubricant owner and CEO Mike Protogere. “Depending on the consumer’s price point and what features they are looking for, they can choose the right D-A oil for their car.”
Operated in the United States for 100 years, D-A Lubricant is the first company ever to specialize exclusively in the manufacturing and distribution of heavy-duty lubricants designed especially for heavy-duty equipment, according to D-A.
“D-A is already well-known and highly regarded in the heavy-duty and construction industries, but we want our customers to understand the full breadth of our lubricants and related products, which also includes those for passenger cars,” Protogere said. “We take great pride in our robust product portfolio – from industrial and agriculture to mining, power generation, on-highway transportation and automotive – and want our customers to be more aware of all we offer to fill their lubrication needs.”
Also part of the branding refresh is an updated label for the iconic PennGrade 1 high-performance oil. The redesign helps differentiate PennGrade1 from the rest of the PennGrade family and includes a nod to the Brad Penn logo.
“We want our customers loyal to the Brad Penn brand to know PennGrade 1 – The Original Green Oil – as well as the entire PennGrade 1 product line is the same product today as it has been for decades,” Protogere said. “It continues to use the unique Pennsylvania Grade base oil cut and the specially selected high-zinc, high-phosphorus formulation that’s been known and trusted by high-performance engine builders and vehicle owners for decades.”
Family-owned and operated, D-A Lubricant is located in a state-of-the-art facility in Lebanon, Indiana. The 250,000-square-foot building includes space for offices, blending, processing, packaging, a technical lab, rail loading and offloading and 14 dock doors.
D-A produces engine oils, transmission lubricants, greases, gear lubricants, hydraulic oils, antifreezes, specialty products and industrial grade lubricants.
“D-A has a long history of quality, both in our products and our service,” Protogere said. “We believe this label refresh will create opportunities for a bigger on-shelf presence and awareness of the D-A brand to more customers across the country.”
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By Counterman
Applications are now being accepted for the annual Mitchell 1 Automotive Technology Scholarship.
High school seniors and college students in the U.S. and Canada who are interested in pursuing a career in the automotive aftermarket can submit applications through March 31 by visiting the Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship Central website at
link hidden, please login to view. “We’re pleased to offer the Mitchell 1 Automotive Technology Scholarship to a deserving student to help pave their way to a fulfilling career servicing or supplying parts for vehicle maintenance and repair,” said Nick DiVerde, senior marketing director, Mitchell 1. “The scholarship will help students pay for their tuition so they can achieve the skills they need to succeed in this rewarding field.”
The winning student will receive a $2,500 scholarship, a check for $500 and roundtrip airfare and accommodations for the winner and a guest to attend the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) conference, to be held Aug. 7-11 at the Cincinnati Marriott RiverCenter in Covington, Kentucky.
To be eligible, scholarship applicants must be a current student majoring in automotive technology/auto shop repair course work and meet the following criteria:
Nomination from his/her NACAT instructor Minimum overall 3.0 grade-point average Planning to attend an accredited college or university, or already enrolled in an accredited college or university A U.S. or Canadian citizen By completing a single application
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