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Generally, different engine oils that meet the prescribed specifications of the vehicle manufacturer can be mixed together. Thus, oils of different brands and different viscosities (e.g. 5W-30 and 10W-30) can be mixed without problems as long as both meet the prescribed specification. It does not matter whether it is a mineral, synthetic or fully synthetic engine oil.
However, it should be noted that there are also quality differences even with the same specifications. Engine oils that are not produced according to officially released recipes or with poor base oils, for example, experience a faster quality loss (change in viscosity index or shear stability). This only becomes noticeable over time. The quality of the base oil and the applied viscosity index improver, also known as VI improver, have an impact on the shear stability of an engine oil.
Reserve engine oil in the car
It's a good idea to always carry a spare liter of engine oil in your vehicle. This way, you are always on the safe side and have the right oil on hand if needed. Finding the correct oil for your vehicle at a gas station shop or supermarket can be quite difficult. On our website, you can find all Midland products in the categories :
Clean Motor Oil
Before filling the oil, make sure that the oil was in a closed container and protected from moisture and dirt. If you are unsure, we recommend checking a small sample in a transparent container to detect any dirt or water.
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To specification searchStay in Motion Smoothly - Lubricants from Midland
With Midland's lubricants, everything runs smoothly! Whether for passenger cars, trucks & buses, motorcycles & ATVs, marine, construction machines, industry, agriculture & forestry or classic cars - we offer you the full range of quality lubricants for all areas of application. This includes engine oils, transmission oils, hydraulic oils, additives, coolant protection and supplementary products. Since 2017, we have had the most modern fully automated lubricant production plant in Switzerland to constantly provide you with consistent and constantly carefully controlled quality. That's what our company slogan "Swiss Quality Oil" stands for.
Midland: A Brand of the Swiss Traditional Company Oel-Brack AG
The Midland brand was launched by Oel-Brack AG in 2004, which has been producing and importing products of American oil companies under license as a family business since 1880. Under the Midland brand, the Swiss family business trades in heating oil and fuels domestically and produces quality lubricants for domestic and foreign markets in Aargau (Hunzenschwil). In Switzerland alone, Midland lubricants are delivered to over 3000 passenger car and truck garages, motorcycle dealers, workshops, yards, forest offices and industrial companies, while almost half of the total production is exported.
Find the right lubricant with just a few clicks - Midland's Oil Finder
What engine oil should I use for my classic car? What hydraulic oil is best suited for my motorcycle? What should I look for when buying additives? Finding the right lubricants is not easy due to the large selection of different products. But now that's a thing of the past. Midland provides you with a convenient online Oil Finder, with which you can now reach the right lubricant with just a few clicks. Simply select the vehicle or machine and browse through the individually compiled product selection. You will receive product recommendations for each application area, including important interval hints for changing. Try it now!
Buy lubricants at Midland and get good advice
Midland offers quality lubricants and provides expert advice. If you have any questions about their products or would like to purchase motor oil, their specialists are available to assist you via phone +41 62 889 10 30, email info@oelbrack.ch, or their contact form. They are dedicated to providing personalized advice and are happy to answer your questions with their years of experience in the field of lubricants and fats.
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More questions about Engine Oil
Every engine is different, which is why there are different types of engine oils. To ensure that the engine is always optimally lubricated, the oil changes should also be carried out according to the manufacturer's specifications. With the right oil and the right change intervals, the lifespan of an engine can thus be extended. However, with the large number of engine oils that are now available, it is not always easy to keep track. We can help you find the right engine oil.
In order to use the right engine oil, it’s necessary to clarify which specification the vehicle or engine requires. This can usually be found in the vehicle manual.
The engine oil has various requirements that it must fulfill. The most important ones are:
- Lubrication of sliding or rolling parts
- Cooling the engine at places where the coolant cannot reach
- Cleaning the engine
- Sealing the ring gap between the piston and cylinder
- Protecting the engine from corrosion, wear and deposits
The vehicle registration certificate does not show what oil is needed. However, the vehicle certificate can help find the right oil. Here is how the vehicle certificate can help find the right oil.