Originally Posted By: jesbo
From what I can guess, the Edge and Syntec European Formula (aka GC) are much more similar and they contain many of the same extended drain certifications (ACEA A3, BMW LL-01).
The Edge sold in North America does not carry ACEA A3 nor BMW LL-01 certification. It meets ACEA A1 and A5. In order to meet ACEA A3, it would have to have HT/HS of at least 3.5 mPa.s., which I'm guessing it doesn't because it is too thin.