Shell Lubricants700 Milam, STE 27039Houston, TX 77002eMail:Website:http://www.rotella.comPhone:713-546-6915Latest from Shell LubricantsWhite PapersManaging the Farm Through a Tough MarketShell LubricantsOur report on Managing the Farm through a Tough Market breaks down smart strategies from farm management experts.October 2, 2025MaintenanceUse of oil additives a balance of performance and protectionAftermarket additives are a popular off-the-shelf item but many of the necessary additives already are formulated in the diesel engine oils directly from the supplier. “Engine oil absolutely has to have additives in it,” said Stede Granger, technical services manager for Shell Lubricants. Granger said engine oil basically consists of two components: the base lubricant […]August 10, 2020MaintenanceCease work and turn off the engine when you see these red flags on an oil analysis reportOil analysis can show you trends in the health of your engines and oil. It can also tip you off to eminent catastrophic failure. If you catch these problems early enough, you can fix the underlying problem, drain and refill the crankcase with new oil, and monitor the results with further oil analysis, saving thousands […]March 19, 2020PickupsHennessey unveils Goliath 700 GMC Sierra DenaliHennessey Performance Engineering (HPE) brought serious power and luxury to the NADA Show in Las Vegas this weekend when they unveiled their latest colossal creation, the Hennessey GOLIATH 700 GMC Sierra Denali. Hennessey transformed the stock 420-hp 6.2-liter V8 into a 700-hp monster thanks to a 2.9-liter supercharger, upgraded camshaft, upgraded pushrods, professional installation and […]February 18, 2020PickupsVelociRaptor Ranger takes flight during off-road demoLast year at SEMA, John Hennessey talked about the VelociRaptor. This year, he’s been busy showing what it can do. First, came the video in April where the 360-hp truck beat a stock Ford Raptor in a memorable drag race that recalls racing wisdom of old: stuff a lighter vehicle with a lot of power […]November 12, 2019How to do Everything BetterHow to get a good oil sample on construction equipmentAccording to Dan Arcy, global OEM technical manager for Shell Lubricants, an engine oil analysis program requires users to follow a few fundamental procedures that often don’t get the attention they deserve. Some tips: • Provide a proper oil sample to the lab. If you take your sample when the oil is being drained, catch […]July 29, 2019DealersTo fill growing diesel technician gap, dealers, OEMs, schools step up incentives, cooperation (Part 2 in series)Discover how dealers, manufacturers, schools, and more are working together to help ease the industry's technician shortage in this Equipment World special.June 4, 2019PickupsRotella debuts new full synthetic for gas truck enginesShell Rotella Gas Truck Full Synthetic Motor Oil is available in the U.S. in January 2019 and May in Canada. Learn more about the oil on Equipment World.January 30, 2019MaintenanceLubes, coolants and greases are easy to overlook, but small mistakes can lead to big problemsTwo oil company experts reveal the most common mistakes construction equipment fleet managers make regarding lubes, coolants and greases. Learn more here.January 22, 2019PickupsShell, Tommy Pike team up on lifted Chevy 3500 dually, Ram Rebel builds to boast multi-vehicle T6 oil capabilitiesCustom car and truck builders get all kinds of unusual requests. When Shell Lubricants came to Tommy Pike Customs for some ideas to promote its new Rotella T6 Multi-Vehicle lube oil, the answer was clear. Since the T6 oil was formulated to work in gasoline engines as well as diesel engines, the choice was to […]November 16, 2017PickupsHennessey unveils 2018 Ford Velociraptor: 6×6 F-150’s suspension akin to articulated dump truckThere are trucks and then there are beasts. Most beasts get taller with lift kits. John Hennessey’s idea was to go long. Take an already wicked 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor and stretch it out with a third axle and two additional wheels. The result, the 2018 Ford Velociraptor 6X6, was on display last week in […]November 7, 2017MaintenanceShell Rotella’s new T6 multi-vehicle lube oil headlines new range; DEF, oil filters coming to retailEvery year Shell Lubricants rounds up the construction and trucking press to talk about diesel engine lubricants. Last year there was one big news story—the industry’s new oil specs CK-4 and FA-4, almost 10 years in the making. (See what we wrote about it here.) But with the CK-4/FA-4 story behind us, this year Shell […]October 17, 2017PickupsShell petitioning White House to make the pickup the official vehicle of the U.S.Shell knows only too well the vital role pickups have played in the U.S. over the last 100 years or so. To that end, the iconic engine oil manufacturer is leading a petition drive to have the White House formally recognize the pickup as the Official Vehicle of the United States. Shell is also honoring […]October 3, 2017MaintenanceTransition to CK-4, FA-4 heavy-duty diesel oils has been seamless for oil companiesBy Jonathan Willis Whenever new heavy-duty engine oils are launched to the public, it is the result of years of study, testing and development. Global researchers spend years working with scientists and engineers developing fuels that will meet all government and industry standards as it relates to fuel economy and emissions regulations. That’s why December’s […]July 26, 2017MaintenanceShift to new diesel engine oils meeting industry expectationsNew diesel engine oils categories CK-4 and FA-4 have been on shelves just more than three months and the market has begun to shift toward its new normal. Formerly lumped together under the umbrella of PC-11, CK-4 and FA-4 formulations replaced CJ-4 oils and as of Dec. 1 and following a late-Fall soft rollout, all engine oil […]May 3, 2017Latest Product & Press Release from Shell LubricantsPickupsRotella debuts new full synthetic for gas truck enginesShell Lubricants is rolling out a new full synthetic engine oil for gasoline-powered pickups. Shell Rotella Gas Truck will be offered in three viscosity grades: 0W-20, 5W-20 and 5W-30 beginning in January in the U.S. and in May in Canada. The oil will be available in 1 quart, 5 quart and Ecobox in the U.S. and 5 […]November 1, 2018Top StoriesCompact equipmentDeere Goes All-Electric with New 2-Seater and 4-Seater GX Gator UTVsThe GX can haul up to 800 pounds and tow 1,500 pounds. The GX Crew can hold four people, and its rear seats fold down for more cargo space.Compact ExcavatorsDeere Redesigns 17 & 26 P-Tier Mini Excavators with More Power, VersatilityCompact ExcavatorsBobcat Unveils 2 New Mini Excavators with Zero Tailswing, Retractable Track WidthBackhoe LoadersCat Launches Next-Gen Models of its Largest Backhoes, the 440 & 450Compact equipmentCloser Look: Manitou's New Bigger, Stronger, Smarter Skid Steers, CTLsEquipment World Contractor of the YearThe Contractor of the Year contest recognizes contractors who have annual revenues of between $3 million and $20 million and exemplify the highest standards of construction professionals.White PapersSponsored by Shell LubricantsManaging the Farm Through a Tough MarketOur report on Managing the Farm through a Tough Market breaks down smart strategies from farm management experts.
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