Are Re-Refined Lubricants Safe to Use?
Lubricants made from re-refined base stocks must undergo the same testing and meet the same standards as virgin lubricants in order to receive the certification of the American Petroleum Institute (API). Vehicle and engine manufacturers such as Ford, General Motors, Chrysler, and Detroit Diesel have issued warranty statements that allow the use of re-refined oil as long as it meets API standards. Many government and private fleets have used re-refined lubricants in their vehicles for years and report no difference in performance from virgin lubricants. Why Use Re-Refined Oil? Re-refined oil is good for the environment and its priced competitively to regular motor oil. Also, do-it-yourself oil changers close the recycling loop with re-refined oil by turning in their old oil and purchasing motor oil that has been used, re-refined, and put back on store shelves for reuse. Buying re-refined oil reduces our dependence on imported oil, reduces the depletion of natural resources, eliminates w
