New Basestock Technology for Automotive Lubricants and Greases
The automotive industry has developed new driveline technologies including hybrid and fully electric vehicles (EV) to meet the global emission targets, which will require the development of next generation lubricants and bearing greases. These products have to be adaptive to the new conditions such as electric environment and higher speeds, while at the same time providing enhanced durability and improved energy efficiency.
Therefore, novel low-viscosity/low-volatility (LVLV) PAO basestock technology has been introduced allowing lubricant manufacturers to develop their next generation lubricants and greases.
In EV driveline applications, the new basestock technology can provide enhanced thermal properties, better low-temperature fluidity, increased durability and driving ranges compared to conventional basestocks.
Looking at the growing demand for suitable EV bearing greases, the novel LVLV PAO technology can help to provide a balanced approach to deliver both better energy efficiency and durability for improved life-time.
In addition, internal combustion engine oils are trending towards lower viscosities for improved fuel economy. The use of LVLV basestocks will provide increased formulation flexibility for engine oils, lowering the base oil viscosity while maintaining excellent levels of hardware protection.
This presentation will examine the key attributes of LVLV PAO and will show how automotive lubricant manufacturers can develop their next generation products for emerging applications building on such basestock technology.
