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SynPower Penetrating Lubricant Tops Check List for Car Preparation

30 October 2000

Valvoline's SynPower Penetrating Lubricant Tops Check List for Winter Car Preparation and Maintenance

    LEXINGTON, Ky.--Oct. 30, 2000--

Valvoline's State-of-the-Art Penetrating Lubricant Outperforms WD-40(R) and Prevents Winter Wear and Tear
    As winter quickly approaches it's time to prepare not only your car, but also other mechanical equipment, which will be exposed to winter elements in the coming months. In an effort to prevent car locks from freezing, snowboard bindings from rusting or sticking and power tools from corroding, Valvoline offers consumers its new SynPower(TM) Penetrating Lubricant, which outperforms WD-40(R) in lubrication and rust prevention.(1)
    This revolutionary lubricant, which was developed at Valvoline's cutting-edge new product development lab, is available at several national retailers throughout the country. Valvoline's SynPower Penetrating Lubricant offers practical applications that perform in hot and cold extremes for quick lubrication and lasting rust protection. SynPower's premium synthetic formula utilizes technologically advanced lubricants, corrosion preventatives and synthetic polymers to prevent freeze-up in times of need. Additionally, its unique "Spray Anywhere" nozzle lubricates and protects even those hard to reach areas, without fear of a blowout or losing the straw - making SynPower's use simple, yet extremely effective.
    "This innovative product outlasts WD-40 time and time again," says Ty Vukelich, group marketing manager for Valvoline chemical brands. "Its aggressive formula lubricates and protects parts from rust and corrosion, outperforming WD-40 in both categories."
    To test its superior performance researchers compared SynPower's advanced formula to WD-40 by exposing metallic strips, coated with each product, to extreme weather conditions. In the end, SynPower outlasted WD-40 by an eye-opening result of ten days (1).
    With SynPower's premium penetrating lubricant formula, consumers can apply SynPower and know that they will not have to frequently reapply. SynPower Penetrating Lubricant is a member of the SynPower family of brands, Valvoline's premium automotive chemical line.
    "We feel consumers are already discovering the infinite advantages SynPower synthetics has to offer," says Valvoline President James O'Brien. "It's another example of Valvoline's dedication to quality service, superior products and breakthrough engineering."