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2025-03-15·GMX Power·1 min read

Motor Oil for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

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The number of hybrid and electric vehicles is growing rapidly. These vehicles have significantly different motor oil needs compared to traditional cars.

Why Do Hybrids Need Different Oil?

In hybrid vehicles, the combustion engine doesn't run continuously. It frequently stops and starts. This means: - Engine stays at lower temperature, moisture buildup in oil increases - Number of cold starts is very high - Short engine runs prevent oil from fully warming up

That's why low-viscosity oils with excellent cold flow are needed.

Why 0W-20?

GMX Power VR9 0W-20 is specifically formulated with hybrid vehicles in mind: - Recommended for HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) and PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid) - Can be used in BEV (Battery Electric) vehicles with thermal engines - API SP, ILSAC GF-6A, Dexos 1 Gen 3 approved - Provides fuel economy - Suitable for turbo, atmospheric, direct or indirect injection engines

0W-16: The Lowest Viscosity

GMX Power VR9 0W-16 offers the most advanced fuel savings: - Recommended for Honda and Toyota engines - Up to 10,000-mile drain intervals - API SP, ILSAC GF-6B approved (GF-6B is exclusive to 0W-16 and is not backward compatible with GF-6A)

0W-8: Next-Gen Ultra Low Viscosity

Starting with 2023+ Toyota models, 0W-8 viscosity oils meeting the JASO GLV-1 standard are being required. This ultra-low viscosity provides maximum fuel savings.

Electric Vehicles and Lubrication

Fully electric vehicles don't need motor oil, but they do need: - Transmission fluid: EV motor reducers require special fluid - Thermal management fluid: For battery cooling systems - Brake fluid: Regenerative braking systems require high-quality hydraulic fluid

Always use manufacturer-approved, low-viscosity fully synthetic oil for your hybrid vehicle.

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