Eurolube Acquires Bizol

German lubricant maker Eurolub GmbH said it has acquired Bizol, another German lube marketer, to expand its automotive s...


Russia Leans on Asian Additives

The major additive companies pulled out of Russia last year. Which countries are now helping Russia to meet demand for a...


Origin of Russian Lube Imports Shifts Toward Asia

Finished lubricant imports to Russia underwent large shifts last year in the countries of origin due to fallout over the...


An Update on the Russian Lubricants Market

It’s been a year since Russia invaded Ukraine. How has the fallout affected the lubricants market in the region and ab...


Western Lubricant Additive Makers Exit Russia

The Big Four additive suppliers have reportedly exited the Russian market. How might this exodus affect finished lubrica...


Big Additive Suppliers Halt Sales in Russia

The world’s main suppliers of lubricant additive packages have stopped supplying Russia, two industry consultants told...


ACEA: Banning a Single Technology is Not a Rational Way Forward

Europe’s automakers balked at the European Union’s recently announced climate and energy policies for net-zero e...


Hydrogen Power is No Flash in the Pan

Battery-powered cars are now synonymous in the public consciousness with zero-emissions transport. There is another way ...


Polestar is the New Guiding Light for Sustainability and EVs

Battery electric vehicle enthusiasts like to tout their cars’ green credentials, and there are compelling data that sh...


Claiming the Quality High Ground

Europes auto and lubricant industry trade bodies work in close accord to write engine oil performance specs. But it is t...