London, UK, 1 February 2022 – PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI) today launches its new PETRONAS Syntium range, proudly crafted to boost thermal efficiency, control engine heat dissipation, and reduce the fuel emissions of passenger vehicles worldwide. With new CoolTech+™ technology supporting the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team to an eighth consecutive Constructors’ Championship, PETRONAS Syntium will enable motorists to unlock the same optimal engine performance and achieve stronger sustainability on every journey, cementing PLI as a world-leading developer of automotive lubricant efficiency.
Most modern engines only convert around one third of their potential fuel energy into power. Not only is the rest of this thermal energy left unconverted, but it dissipates as waste heat, meaning more than half of the useful energy produced by cars globally is lost to engine inefficiency. Excessive heat can also cause damage to critical engine parts, such as turbochargers, pistons, and bearings.
PETRONAS Syntium now offers almost 40% stronger protection against the wear of critical parts than past generations, targeting heat-critical zones within the engine to prevent deposit build-up, extend parts life, and lower maintenance costs. Thanks to exceptionally strong oil chains, the new PETRONAS Syntium range also provides up to 68% higher oxidation resistance, controlling sludge, delaying oil thickening, and maintaining a stable, protective film for maximum engine performance. And with its superior ability to control heat by reducing friction, CoolTech+™ technology cuts vehicle emissions and fuel consumption by up to 3%, minimising the environmental impact of driving and saving motorists money.
It’s this attention to detail makes PETRONAS Syntium not only the fastest hybrid oil in the world but also the number one choice for the fastest racing team on the planet, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS. As their official technology partner, PETRONAS Syntium with CoolTech+™ technology enables the team’s Formula One car to achieve more than 50% thermal efficiency, making it the most efficient racing engine ever created. And now, this expertise is embedded into the new, high-performance range of engine oils for motorists around the world.
As part of its largest product launch of 2022, PLI has also redesigned PETRONAS Syntium’s packaging, now using 15% less plastic across the entire range. The company is also set to launch a new 20L bag in box packaging that will reduce plastic usage by up to 90%.while continuing its partnership with sustainability platform Treedom to combat CO2 emissions. Now recognised as world-leading technical innovators, PLI believes it’s time to change and redeploy its skills for a new journey: achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
After all, energy is a precious resource. Conserving it and sourcing it sustainably is now more important than ever. With so many pressures to contend with, both inside and outside of motoring, it’s all too easy for drivers to lose their cool and waste energy. With PETRONAS Syntium with CoolTech+™ technology, motorists can control the heat, make the most of every drop, and truly maximise efficiency.
Domenico Ciaglia, MD EMEA for PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI), said: “Modern vehicles must work harder and more efficiently to generate more power from smaller engines, all while consuming less fuel to reduce emissions. That’s why the new PETRONAS Syntium range focuses on addressing thermal efficiency and controlling the dissipation of engine heat, transforming the performance of road car engines for cleaner, more cost-effective mobility. With our new CoolTech+™ technology, motorists can enjoy the confidence to take on the open road, safe in the knowledge that our products reduce impacts on their engine, their wallet, and the planet as a whole.”
Availability
The new PETRONAS Syntium range will become available in March 2022.
ABOUT PETRONAS LUBRICANTS INTERNATIONAL
PETRONAS Lubricants International Sdn Bhd (PLI) is the global lubricants manufacturing and marketing arm of PETRONAS, the national oil corporation of Malaysia. Established in 2008, PETRONAS Lubricants International manufactures and markets a full range of high-quality automotive and industrial lubricants products in over 100 markets globally. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, PLI has over 30 marketing offices in 28 countries, managed through regional offices in Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Turin, Belo Horizonte, Chicago, and Durban.
Currently ranked among the top 10, PLI is driving an aggressive business growth agenda to secure its position as a leading global lubricants company at the forefront of the industry. For more information, please visit www.pli-petronas.com.
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