Originally Posted By: Garak
Originally Posted By: Trav
Two questions come to mind. How many domestic and Asian manufacturers spec 0w30? In the US anyway is 0w30 really necessary when 5w30 is spec?
I think that's why Mobil goes out of their way to point out that it's acceptable for 5w-30 applications (not to mention pushing the fuel economy issue). Otherwise, it might not move that well.
Off the top of my head Volvo is the only make I know of that specs a Resource Conserving 0w30 in their cars (ACEA A5/B5), so basically no, nobody specs it. It's great in 5w30 applications for those of us that live in cold places.
IMHO this change was overdue. Too many product lines. Maybe now I'll be able to buy SOPUS's top line product locally again.