Middle East War Triggers Base Oil Crisis

May 04, 2026

Fallout from the fighting is causing a global scramble for base oils, and industry players warn it will outlast the conf...

Evolving Demand for Industrial Synthetic Lubricants

May 04, 2026

Changes in various types of manufacturing operations are causing a gradual shift toward synlubes.

EU Brings Sustainability into Force

May 04, 2026

As the European Union moves ahead on sustainability, focus for the lubricants industry is on data, digitalization and c...

The Synthetic Stress Test: Group III Crisis Exposes a Market Integrity Gap

May 04, 2026

Is it valid to call engine oils made with API Group II+ base oils synthetic? Thomas Glenn says the industry should pr...

Oil-free Bearings May Threaten Grease Industry

Apr 22, 2026

WEG and SpinDrive entered a partnership to introduce advanced electric motor systems that operate without oil. Announce...

China Lubricant Market Faces Mounting Pressure

Apr 22, 2026

China’s lubricant industry is entering a phase of market instability, as supply chains are disrupted by conflicts in ...

War and Sanctions Remake Russian Industry

Apr 06, 2026

Russia’s war against Ukraine and resultant sanctions have buffeted the former’s base oil and lubes industries.

Hot on Heels of GF-7: GF-8

Apr 06, 2026

Industry is plotting a quick turnaround for North America’s next heavy-duty diesel engine oil category. Steve Haffner ...

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