February 2021

FEBRUARY 2021 AFTERMARKET 37 deposits and sludge, which is then all simply drained out together with the used oil. The new oil can then be added to a clean engine where it can develop its full performance. In addition to the fresh oil comes LIQUI MOLY Cera Tec – a wear protection additive that reduces friction in the engine and protects it even under extreme loads. This type of performance oil change not only makes sense technically, it also turns a regular oil change into a special service.” Oliver added: “LIQUI MOLY offers a wide range of oil, petrol, diesel and radiator additives. Every garage can draw on this to compile its own service packages to best suit customers and their vehicles. And the better the mechanic can explain the benefits of such a service package, the more willing customers are to open their wallet. As a result, an oil change is transformed from a standard service into a revenue driver.” Selector Meanwhile, Castrol has launched a new online Oil Selector tool, which is intended to streamline the selection and purchase process for the company’s customers. Follow us on facebook.com/aftermarketmagazine Users enter the number plate, make and model of the vehicle, and Castrol provides bespoke recommendations on the most suitable oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid and coolant. Workshop staff using the tool will also be guided towards trade-only Castrol products. Paul Miller, Marketing Manager at Castrol Europe said: “The Castrol Oil Selector is one of the most advanced online tools of its kind, yet is quick and simple to use, with clear guidance on why a premium option could be best for them. Crucially, it helps take away some of the burden from workshops in communicating the benefits, helping them maximise interest in, and profit from, these key consumables.” The tool can be found at: https://www.castrol.com/en_gb/ united-kingdom/home/car- engine-oil-and-fluids/motor-oil-a nd-fluids-finder.html Comprehensive Speaking of types, TPS has begun 2021 with its most comprehensive range of Quantum oils ever made available. “The Quantum oil range is currently comprised of 15 oil products with 97% UK parc coverage and compatible with and recommended for use in a variety of modern vehicles across a range of manufacturers,” said TPS Parts Marketing Manager Craig Canavan. “Within the Quantum oil range, the LongLife, Platinum, Ultra and Synta oil brands offer a choice of options suitable to both petrol and diesel cars and for vehicles with long service intervals and specific engine requirements. Products such as Longlife IV 0W-20, Platinum Plus 23 5W-30, Synta D1 5W-30 and Ultra P 0W-30, offer better or improved fuel economy and excellent wear and engine protection through the use of advanced additive technology. “The Quantum oil products will be further boosted in 2021 when the Platinum 0W-20 becomes the latest addition to the range. It’s a new specification designed for more, modern, economical engines and will provide even greater UK car parc coverage across a range of new vehicle models such as Volvo and the new OV0 specification.” On selecting the correct product, Chris said: “By visiting https://tps.trade/vrn-oil and entering a vehicle model and registration, the user can access a detailed guide to the best oil for their vehicle. “The Quantum range of oils has also been developed specifically to meet the latest Association des Constructeurs Européens d'Automobiles (ACEA) 2016 specifications and European emission regulations. They have a comprehensive range of Volkswagen Group approvals and a broad base of other vehicle manufacturer approvals. “They come in a range of innovative pack options and sizes, including the 5-litre and 20-litre Quantum CUBE, designed to cater for the needs of all sizes of workshop. The Quantum lube CUBE is a single- use, recyclable packaging system, with its flat pack construction offering a significant reduction in waste storage space.” For further information visit https://tps.trade/oil-hub/oil- basics As vehicles become more sophisticated and complex than ever before, lubricants have to keep evolving ”