Mechanic EXPOSES 5 Synthetic Oils That DESTROY Engines (And 9 That Save Them)

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🔥 14 Motor Oils Ranked WORST to BEST — And the Certification Scam That’s Costing Drivers Engines One oil change can swing engine wear by over 400%—yet most drivers have no idea why. In this video, we break down 14 of the most popular motor oils and expose the certification bluff that traps buyers into choosing oils that sludge, shear, thin out… and even risk warranty denials. If you want real protection—not marketing—this list shows exactly which oils deliver and which ones quietly destroy modern engines. 🚗 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The two-label test that instantly predicts real oil performance ✔️ Why API alone is NOT enough for today’s GDI & turbo engines ✔️ Which oils carry the elite OEM approvals (Dexos1 Gen 3, VW 504/507, MB 229.x, etc.) ✔️ Why outdated specs cause LSPI knock, timing-chain wear, and sludge ✔️ The bottom-tier oils missing certifications entirely ✔️ The top-tier oils proven by UOA lab data, wear metals, oxidation stability & long-drain results 🔥 Top Performers Ranked: • Amsoil Signature Series — ultra-low wear, long-drain beast • Castrol EDGE Advanced — real timing-chain protection under heat • Mobil 1 Extended Performance — stable viscosity to 15k miles • Pennzoil Ultra Platinum — PurePlus base keeps internals clean • Royal Purple — boundary-layer defense at cold start • Valvoline Advanced Synthetic — LSPI control + chain wear limits • Liqui Moly — European approvals for high-temp durability • Quaker State UD — budget price, real OEM certs • Motul (street-approved) — racing heritage, legit approvals 💀 Bottom Oils to Avoid: • Xpress Lube Pro • Questron • Bullseye • Q10-40 “universal” blends • Mileage 365 These lack certifications, fail modern timing-chain tests, or use outdated additive chemistry that can shear, varnish, foam, or sludge a modern engine into an early grave. ⚠️ This is the most important oil breakdown you’ll watch all year. If you own a turbo, GDI engine, or drive in heat, towing, or short-trip cycles—the difference between a top-tier oil and a bargain blend can dictate whether your engine makes it to 200,000 miles… or fails at 70,000. 👇 Watch now and learn the oils that protect—and the ones that quietly destroy.