Originally Posted By: NHHEMI
Has anyone else noticed the conflict betwen what Pennzoil said to sopususer( 1st quote) and what Dexos licensing said to super44( 2nd quote )? Interesting...
Originally Posted By: sopususer
As posted in other threads Pennzoil Platinum has been removed from the approved dexos list. I emailed Shell today with a question as to the future of Pennzoil synthetics and the dexos specification. Here is their reply:
Dear Consumer,
Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately, the plan is not to re-certify our Platinum and Ultra brands. You can also consider using our Quaker State Ultimate durability 5W-30. That is a full synthetic and does have the Dexos approvals.
Regards,
Technical Service, sn
So looks like the approved SOPUS list for dexos is getting mighty short. Makes me wonder if I should just go ahead and switch to M1 as they've historically always had a good relationship with GM. I'm wondering how much longer SOPUS will pay for QSUD to carry the certification?
I know they are all good oils, but I don't want to fight GM if I ever have an engine/oil concern under warranty.
Originally Posted By: super44
Update-
Sent an email through dexos™ Licensing website yesterday--
here's the reply I got today-
Thank you for your question. We are glad you asked.
Actually, Pennzoil Platinum will continue to be licensed and will be back on the website by next week. We are pleased to let you know that you will also see other majors launching dexos™ licensed products in the near future.
Best regards,
dexos™ Licensing
The Center for Quality Assurance
4800 James Savage Rd.
Midland, MI 48642 USA
Phone: +1 989 496 2399
Fax: +1 989 496 3438
Email:
[email protected]
Either plans have changed or GM is throwing stuff against the ceiling and hoping it sticks?