Why we use Shell engine oil and lubricants at mycar

Did you know that mycar uses quality Shell Lubricants to service your car? So when you choose mycar, you know it’s getting the superior benefits Shell Lubricants bring to your engine.

Why Shell Lubricants?

Shell Lubricants is the leading global supplier of finished car lube products and has retained this status for the 18th consecutive year. This is backed by a worldwide network of research and development centres, where lubricant technology is constantly tested and refined to keep up with the needs of modern cars.

Shell puts a big focus on innovation, with more than 200 scientists and engineers developing motor oils that are tested at Shell’s own technology centres. They also work side-by-side with car manufacturers, supported by more than 350 product specialists who look for new ways to improve lubricants. Shell partners with some of the world’s biggest OEMs, including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Porsche and Land Rover.

What is Shell Gas Technology?

Shell Helix Ultra, powered by Shell PurePlus Technology, is a fully synthetic motor oil. It uses a crystal-clear base oil with virtually no impurities derived from natural gas, delivering long-lasting engine performance with enhanced viscosity, friction, and volatility compared to traditional oils.

Shell has a history of innovation in lubricants and was the first supplier to market cleaner, purer lubricants made from natural gas. The Shell PurePlus technology is within the Shell Helix Ultra product range which is used in your car service with mycar.

What are the benefits of Shell lubricants

By choosing a service at mycar, you choose high-quality care (including premium lubricants), so your car can enjoy superior benefits like:

Better engine protection

Shell Helix Ultra delivers ultimate performance even at extreme temperatures with over 3x faster motor oil flow at low temperatures for an easier start and quicker engine warm up¹. Its resistance to oil degradation of up to 32% is better than industry standards, and provides longer-lasting engine protection when it gets hot².

A cleaner, healthier engine

Protect your engine from sludge and keep your engine clean like no other motor oils³. Shell Helix Ultra’s unique formula means it delivers 70%⁴ better piston control in high temperatures, allowing your engine to operate at its peak.

Increased fuel economy

Drive further with Shell Helix Ultra, with 3.3% greater fuel economy⁵ from smooth, low friction and its low viscosity formulation. Shell Helix Ultra with PurePlus Technology evaporates up to 50% less than inferior engine oils6, keeping your engine cleaner and lasting longer. Less top up required, more time and money saved.

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1. Compared with SAE J300 limit based on ASTM D4684

2. Compared with API SN specification and based on Sequence IIIG oxidation test

3. Based on Sequence VG sludge test results using OW-40

4. Based on DV6C (CEC L-106-16) and OM646LA bio test (CEC L-104-16) results compared with ACEA C5 specification SAE 0W-20.

5. Based on ACEA M111 fuel economy test (CEC L-054-96) results of Shell Helix Ultra ECT C5 0W-20 compared with the industry reference oil.

6. Based on ASTM D5800 NOACK volatility test.