Certainly. The E sequences are based upon the API specifications, which certainly isn't the case with the A and B sequences, and no, I'm not aware of any pure "A" or pure "B" oils, either. But, if an oil is likely to be used in a European diesel of some sort, and, specifically, meets the minimum specifications, there are obviously standards to be met that other, non-ACEA oils may or may not meet - we just don't know.
I think we in North America focus way too much on the differences between HDEOs and ILSAC stuff, rather than the similarities. CAFE's legacy isn't so much thinner oils or reduced phosphorous content, but a lot of alarmism about the differences between a "gasoline" oil, an HDEO, and a "motorcycle" type oil.
It's great that we can use a thinner oil in a gasoline engine without adverse consequences. It's also important that such oils are marketed appropriately to ensure someone doesn't toss them into his new Cummins. On the other hand, just because it says "Rotella" doesn't mean it's relegated to the big rigs.
You want a real kick in the head with respect to pricing? Our wonderful Walmarts charge about twice as much for M1 TDT as the distributor charges for Delvac 1. Go figure.
I think we in North America focus way too much on the differences between HDEOs and ILSAC stuff, rather than the similarities. CAFE's legacy isn't so much thinner oils or reduced phosphorous content, but a lot of alarmism about the differences between a "gasoline" oil, an HDEO, and a "motorcycle" type oil.
It's great that we can use a thinner oil in a gasoline engine without adverse consequences. It's also important that such oils are marketed appropriately to ensure someone doesn't toss them into his new Cummins. On the other hand, just because it says "Rotella" doesn't mean it's relegated to the big rigs.
You want a real kick in the head with respect to pricing? Our wonderful Walmarts charge about twice as much for M1 TDT as the distributor charges for Delvac 1. Go figure.