What do the terms PMS, AGO, HHK and ATK stand for?
PMS means Premium Motor Spirit, which in common parlance is generally referred to as petrol. AGO is the short form of Automotive Gas Oil, popularly called diesel. HHK is household kerosene for domestic use, while ATK stands for Aviation Turbine Kerosene, which is also known as Jet A1 of aviation fuel. It is the fuel used to power aircraft
What is gasoline?
Gasoline is the fuel designed for spark-ignition internal combustion engines. Conventional gasoline is a mixture of compounds, called hydrocarbons, derived from petroleum crude plus a small amount of a few additives to improve its stability, control deposit formation in engines, and modify other characteristics
Why do I have to change my oil regularly?
One of the main functions of oil is to protect your engine from wear and tear arising from excessive heat. Engine pistons move up and down thousands of times per second generating enormous amounts of heat. So if oil is not changed as at when due, its ability to dissipate heat is reduced, thereby causing costly damage to bearings, seals and rings. Regular oil change is imperative, especially if you make more frequent, shorter trips with stop-and-go driving.
How often must one change oil?
This varies from manufacturer to manufacturer because different engines have different oil viscosity requirements. To know what applies to you, it is advisable to consult your owner’s manual. Fresh motor oil like Quatro and Golden Super, cools, seals and lubricates your engine to help prevent contaminants and prolong engine life, keeping your car at peak performance.
Why should I buy Rigxon lubricant brands?
Harmful deposits are constantly attacking your engine’s precious metal components, creating friction and robbing your engine of performance and fuel economy. So you can protect your engine by using any of the Rigxon lubricant brands.
Apart From Rigxon stations, where else can one buy lubricants
Apart From Rigxon stations, where else can one buy lubricants
What can I do to get better fuel economy?
Good fuel economy is a combination of good vehicle maintenance and sensible driving. Good maintenance entails a properly tuned engine, with a clean air filter, well aligned and balanced front wheels and tyres with the correct air pressure. Sensible driving involves smooth, steady acceleration; driving at moderate speed on the highway; avoiding overloading and excessive use of the air conditioner; and not leaving the engine idling (especially in stop-and-go traffic) rather than turning it off.