At the remote northern tip of Prince Edward Island, Canada, 260-foot wind turbines tower over of the picturesque landscape and red sandstone cliffs. Beyond the horse stables and potato farms is WEICan, the Wind...
Drivers don’t often think of the science behind getting more mileage out of their fuel tanks.
So they might not know that engine lubricants play an important role in helping cars run longer with less fuel.
Ask any child what they want to do when they grow up, and chances are being a race car driver will top a few lists. It’s no surprise, given the excitement and adrenaline rush spectators feel when watching...
The world’s fleet of cargo ships plays a vital role in our lives, as almost 90 percent of international cargo gets delivered by sea.
From food to furniture, and fuel to pharmaceuticals – if you buy a product...
Most people don’t associate Las Vegas as the center of the car universe, but for me the city is a driving force behind some of the biggest innovations under the hood. I am a senior engineer at ExxonMobil,...
There’s nothing typical about Las Vegas. It’s an extravagant display of big lights and palpable energy in the middle of the Mojave Desert – a severe environment that is harsh on both people and the cars they...
No matter the weather, your car is always expected to run without a problem. On hot, humid days you want to be able to crank that engine and get the A/C running stat. The same can be said for the reverse, when you...
Along with ideal tire pressure, figuring out when you need to change your oil can raise many questions. It used to be that standard service providers suggested changing your oil every 3,000 miles. But today’s...
One challenge with wind power is how to maintain, or access, the turbines generating the electricity. The truth is that a lot of wind farms are located in wind-swept, hard–to–reach regions, making routine...
On Chongming Island, at the mouth of the mighty Yangtze River, dozens of wind turbines generate electricity for Shanghai and the surrounding region. To operate reliably, those wind turbines need synthetic lubricant...
One fish, two fish, we’re feeling downright Seuss-ish. Why? Famous children’s author Theodor Geisel, known for his addictive rhymes and whimsical characters, had another job before putting on his Dr. Seuss hat....
What does it take to produce industry-leading fuels and lubricants that support your car’s engine day in and day out? Testing, testing, testing. Indeed, as these products are created, they go through a battery of...
Today our smartphones are becoming our remote control for just about everything. With the touch of an app, we can find a place to sleep on the road, stock our kitchen fridge, and now, even fill up our car – right...
Carretera Federal Mexico 57, or Highway 57, is a major artery running down the spine of Mexico, connecting Texas to Querétaro, Mexico’s fifth-largest city. Drivers on that highway entering this colonial city...
