Lubricant Supply Chain Update - Lubrication Explained

[rstsco]

Lubrication Explained has released a video related to current lubricant supply chains with a critique of his initial thoughts related to the impact of the conflict in the Middle East.

One interesting point is: Refiners are choosing to process more diesel fuel vs group III lubricants due to diesel being more profitable, adding to the shortages.

 

[fantastic]

I think this is a fresh reminder to remember YT is clickbait even from the "Trusted" channels. Otherwise, I appreciate themselves reflecting on what they claimed but no one has a crystal ball.

 

[rstsco]

The content creator of a financial channel I frequent flat-out said they don't like many of the looks used in their videos' thumbnails, but statistics show they get more clicks/views the more surprised, annoyed, etc they look. Follow the money.

 

[fantastic]

The content creator of a financial channel I frequent flat-out said they don't like many of the looks used in their videos' thumbnails, but statistics show they get more clicks/views the more surprised, annoyed, etc they look. Follow the money.

It is well known that triggering emotions get reactions. However, IMO it needs to be used morally & with good judgement. Using a handy excuse to misguide or dramatize a video, to get clicks & watchers, is a very low bar & just reeks of "Used car salesman" type. Oh well, they'll continue to do it & YT makes plenty of money off of them. Unfortunately, it makes it more difficult to weed out good information as that's what YT pushes or "recommends" you to watch. Yes, follow the money.

 

[JohnnyG]

Oil companies have always tried to produce more diesel, It's not only profitable, but demand keeps rising. Now data centers are adding to that demand with back-up electricity generation. Nat Gas is not always available in some regions.

It also depends on the crude slate. Some types lend themselves to more diesel/gasoline, others, more asphalt. It's always been a balancing act for refineries trying to meet forecasted demand.

 

[4wd]

Oil companies have always tried to produce more diesel, It's not only profitable, but demand keeps rising. Now data centers are adding to that demand with back-up electricity generation. Nat Gas is not always available in some regions.

It also depends on the crude slate. Some types lend themselves to more diesel/gasoline, others, more asphalt. It's always been a balancing act for refineries trying to meet forecasted demand.

A big portion of GTL is for diesel - sooo …