Lubricant prices change often due to the oil industry’s complexity and continuous fluctuations. Many factors play a part in motor lubricant prices, including environmental factors, politics, civil unrest, and transportation costs. Lubricant prices will change in 2023, but what will factor into these changes in the near future? Below, we will explore the relationship between…
The world is starting to shift, and we are constantly looking for new ways to help the environment and stop climate change. Fossil fuels are a non-renewable resource, so we must find alternatives to power our infrastructure. Renewable fuels are an excellent solution to help consumers power their vehicles. Renewable fuel is slowly gaining popularity…
It is no exaggeration to say that diesel fuel is the axis on which American transportation turns. It is used to power the trucks that haul goods from store to store, the farm equipment used to maintain fields, the construction equipment that builds our office buildings and homes, and much more. Diesel fuel keeps America…
One of the most common questions for all consumers is whether the branded product is better than the generic, unbranded version. Federal organizations like the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) institute regulations determining the minimum requirements for products consumers use. One product they regulate heavily is gasoline. To reduce…
Today’s commercial trucking businesses rely on various grades of diesel fuel to power their fleets. This fuel type, particularly diesel fuel, is widely chosen in the trucking industry because it is more efficient for larger vehicles than gasoline. Additionally, diesel fuel is closely regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which means fuel types sold throughout…
Convenience stores, gas stations, truck stops, government agencies, and businesses that operate large commercial fleets are just a few of our customers that rely on gasoline to drive their business. Purchasing unbranded fuel is less expensive because it does not come with a Refiner’s Brand, providing a cost-effective purchasing option. As one of the oldest…
For commercial businesses, tracking fuel spending is an essential task. The challenge is that this process can also be wildly complicated and performed inefficiently. Keeping tabs on drivers, fleets, and fuel consumption can devolve into piles of invoices, unbalanced accounts, shoddy documentation, and even misuse of company resources. The solution lies in the effective use…
SC Fuels and Pilot Company joined forces on November 30, 2021. The integration of SC Fuels into Pilot enhances their supply infrastructure and fueling network across the West Coast. With the minimal overlap between Pilot‘s and SC Fuels‘ customers and coverage areas, both will benefit from the combination. SC Fuels will continue operating the business, and all SC…
What are coolants? How are they used? What kinds of coolants are there? In today’s article, we will examine the chemicals, applications, and use of coolants on equipment and machinery. What Are Coolants? Coolants are a fluid that run continuously across the engine in order to absorb some of the heat and carry it to…
Modern equipment maintenance relies on the lubrication and protection grease offers. Different types of grease work best for other purposes — for that reason, it is necessary to understand the grease color-coding system and what each color means. If you want your machinery to operate at peak performance with extended life spans, you will have…
