LW-00-131 Heavy Duty Diesel Lubricants Delivering Performance for a Global Market

Description:

Rapid changes in diesel engine emission regulations and heavy-duty diesel engine designs demand that diesel engine lubricant technology continuously delivers ever-higher levels of performance. In addition, these engine design trends and the pace of consolidation among engine and vehicle manufacturers, are forcing the regional formulating approach of the past to be replaced by a more global focus. This paper will explore the impact these changes are having on lubricant formulating and performance. In addition, we will discuss suggestions for improving the overall process of diesel lubricant specification and qualification with the objective of reducing the “time to market” for new technology.