API agrees 'provisional' solution for GF-6 ROBO test backlog
Ahead of the 1st May first-licensing date, high demand for the new GF-6 ASTM ROBO test has led to a backlog in independent test laboratories.
Published 15-Apr-2020
Tag: GF-6
GF-6 sparks process review, but roll-out could be fast
The API is set to review the standards development process following the nine year development period for the lastest GF-6 spec. But the approved spec could now roll-out faster than expected across EMEA.
Published 11-Sep-2019
The wait is over for GF-6 and SAE 16 as Japan goes further
The much heralded, and much delayed, ILSAC GF-6 engine oil specification is finally approved and a launch date revealed. Meanwhile Japanese OEMs push specs harder.
Published 19-Jul-2019
Japanese grow impatient as GF-6 delayed again
The Japanese Automobile Manufacturers' Association (JAMA)'s Passenger Car Motor Oil (PCMO) Working Group has announced a target release date for ILSCA GF-6B specification, ahead of ILSAC GF-6.
Published 31-Oct-2018
Further delays for GF-6 spec
No final timeline set for ILSAC GF-6 engine oil licences, but likely to be 2019.
Published 30-Dec-2016
Worries surface over GF-5/GF-6 timing gap
The ILSAC GF-5 engine oil specification may be interrupted before adoption of the next specification, GF-6.
Published 03-May-2016
Delay in development of PC-11 and GF-6 engine oils
Testing schedules are likely to lead to delays in development and the new specification launch
Published 04-Jul-2014
Lubes retailers face new challenges with thin oils.
Newly developed ultra-thin oils will have ompatibility and labelling issues for retailers.
Published 04-Jun-2014
Next generation of Dexos ahead of schedule
GM will be launching the next generation of GM dexos global oil specification in 2015.
Published 09-Jan-2014
GF-6 first licencing date delayed till January 2017
Delays in engine test development have caused the postponement of the ILSAC specs upgrade .
Published 11-Oct-2013