Advanced F1 Fluid Technology Now Available For Everyday Cars

Advanced F1 Fluid Technology Now Available For Everyday Cars

Technological motorsport advancements are helping everyday drivers worldwide enjoy new levels of sustainability and engine performance.

As the pinnacle of motoring technology, it’s no surprise that numerous innovations first developed in Formula One have slowly trickled into the ordinary road vehicles we drive today. Take the carbon fibre chassis first pioneered by the McLaren team in the 1980s, or even our steering wheel radio controls that began life in F1 as engine switches.

However, one area of innovation in which F1 might appear to be lacking is sustainability. After all, the main aim within F1 is simply to build the fastest car, with other goals seemingly a secondary concern. But that all changed with new rules introduced by Formula One’s governing body in 2014.

Ever since Formula One cars have been using hybrid components to minimise fuel consumption, harnessing their own energy produced by the car during a race and redeploying it as part of the power unit’s output, it has been advising the development of everyday road cars. Recently, in 2022 the rules in F1 racing were tweaked further to mandate more efficiencies and will change again in 2026, by which time cars must use significantly less energy and produce net-zero exhaust CO2 emissions.

In response to these rule changes, the accessories that support F1 power units, such as engine lubricants, are seemingly more advanced than ever. One high-profile example of this is PETRONAS Syntium, the engine oil first used by the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in each of their eight consecutive Constructors’ Championship-winning seasons.

Most modern engines only convert around 33% of their potential fuel energy into power, meaning much of the useful energy produced by cars globally is sadly lost to engine inefficiency. Plus, excessive heat can also damage critical engine parts like turbochargers, pistons and bearings, causing costly breakdowns. Here’s where PETRONAS Syntium saves the day.

Through a 2022 reformulation and the addition of new ‘CoolTech+ Technology’, the engine oil now offers 37.8% stronger protection against the wear of critical parts than previous formulas, preventing engine deposit build- up to extend parts life and lower maintenance costs.

It 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 ability to control heat by reducing friction, PETRONAS Syntium contributes to cut fuel consumption by up to 3%, which ultimately means less emissions, thus saving motorists money and minimising the environmental impact of driving.

Fausto Lupone, Automotive Sector Expert, Technical Service EMEA at PETRONAS Lubricants International explains: “CoolTech+ technology means whatever the road throws at your engine, it now wastes less energy and maximises efficiency. With enhanced engine protection, PETRONAS Syntium protects critical parts to deliver optimal performance every time.” Drivers can learn more about PETRONAS Syntium on the explore- cool.com content hub, which features exclusive tools, guidance, and updates on how to reduce the emissions and fuel costs of your vehicle.

With worldwide net-zero targets fast approaching, the race is on for F1 and citizens worldwide to take new steps towards more sustainable living. It’s hard to say what the next planet-friendly transformation that F1 brings to everyday driving will be. But for now, this journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step: PETRONAS Syntium.

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