Shell Helix

Many new cars come with synthetic oil straight from the factory, the engine makers understand the valuable protection afforded them by using full synthetic motor oils. Engine oils like Shell Helix Ultra are designed for optimum engine performance and protection, to take better care of your engine. Many modern vehicles require this level of protection and older vehicles will benefit from the added protection, performance, and fuel economy these oils can bring.

Motor oil is the ‘life-blood’ of your car. That’s why it is so important to understand and choose the right motor oil to keep the engine in prime condition. By choosing a synthetic motor oil, such as Shell Helix Ultra, you are providing your engine with long lasting performance and protection, meaning you can always enjoy the drive, no matter how extreme. Shell Helix Ultra is designed for extreme temperatures, meaning it provides longer lasting engine protection in hot temperatures and up to 3X faster motor oil flow at low temperatures for easier starting and quicker engine warmup*. As well as this, it has low viscosity, low-friction formulations, which can result in up to 3.3% greater fuel economy** .

*_{Compared with SAE J300 limit based on ASTM D4684}

**_{Based on the ACEA M 111 Fuel Economy results compared with the industry reference oil}

Changing your car engine oil regularly helps provide the optimal performance and protection for your engine. Ask your vehicle manufacturer or check your owner’s handbook to see how often you should change your oil and filter as it can sometimes vary.

It’s never a good idea to pour oil down the drain, so instead:

If you prefer a Mechanic to change the engine oil for you:

• The car servicing workshop would typically dispose the used oil in a safe manner on your behalf.

If you prefer to change the engine oil yourself:

• You can also take your used oil to an official oil-disposal or recycling bank 
• Some places that may provide this service include the store where the fresh oil was purchased, a car workshop or a municipal recycling centre.

We always recommend you follow your vehicle owner’s manual for servicing intervals and to discuss the motor oil used with your mechanic, ensuring that it is best suited to the needs of your vehicle.

Along with servicing your engine according to your vehicle owner’s manual, it is important to ensure you are using the right motor oil for your engine as this helps protect your engine and maintain its performance.

Using a synthetic motor oil is an investment into your engine and its protection and performance. Shell Helix Ultra also has low-viscosity and low-friction formulations, which can result in up to 3.3% greater fuel economy*. Shell Helix Ultra is also competitively priced.

*_{Based on ACEA M 111 fuel economy results compared with the industry reference oil}

We always recommend you follow your vehicle owner’s manual for changing your motor oil.

Frequent oil changes help keep car engine surfaces clean, so your engine can perform at its optimum.

Delaying oil changes may allow deposits to form that can affect power and performance; eventually causing serious engine damage, which might be far more costly to repair.

If you find the frequent need to top up your oil, you may consider using a Shell Helix high mileage car engine oil. These oils are designed to reduce oil top up and provide extra protection for car engines showing signs of wear and tear.

Think of oil as the lifeblood of your car. If the wrong kind is used, your engine is at risk of extra wear and tear, or even blockages that could lead to engine seizure.

Using Shell Helix gives you that peace of mind to drive with confidence. You'll get long-lasting engine performance and superior protection for your car even against extreme conditions*.

*_{According to the Helix Ultra 0W-20 field trial results run by independent 3ʳᵈ party in 2021.}

Think of oil as the lifeblood of your car. If deposits gather inside the engine, it will affect the oil circulation and may lead to premature engine damage.

Making sure that the engine oil’s ability to clean the engine components is essential to keeping the engine in tip top condition.

Shell Helix engine oils are designed to clean and protect engines, providing ultimate engine performance whatever your driving challenges.

This is not true. For example, motor oil labelled “synthetic blend” already has synthetic oil and conventional oil mixed together.

This is not true. Motor oil darkens due to oxidation and chemical reactions that occur when the oil is being used. Always follow Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) oil drain intervals found in your owner’s manual to judge when to change the oil for your car.

This is not true. Synthetic oil may be used for the “break-in” period and throughout the engine life. Many race car teams use synthetic oil to “break in” their engines, and many engines are factory-filled with synthetic engine oil.

No. High-quality motor oils, such as Shell Helix Ultra range, already contain carefully balanced additives for optimal performance.

Synthetic oil will not cause seals to leak.

Your engine was designed to use a specific oil viscosity in order to lubricate and protect engine components. If you use oil that is too thin, you may run into wear issues. If the oil is too thick, it may decrease engine efficiency, affecting fuel economy and heat transfer property. Always follow the vehicle owner’s manual to determine the correct SAE viscosity grade for your engine.

Lubricant suppliers do not set OEM oil drain intervals. These recommendations belong to the engine manufacturers. The point of using good synthetic oil is to take better care of the engine and reduce deposit formation, which may reduce power, performance, and fuel economy, rather than extending the drain interval.

Using a low quality engine oil, neglecting to change your oil, and maintenance issues can lead to sludge forming in your engine. Every time your engine is running, by-products from combustion contaminate your engine oil. If the contaminants build up in the oil, they can settle and create sludge and deposits in the engine.

Yes, it is referring to the oil for the engine/motor. The term is used interchangeability interchangeably

Changing your oil according to your vehicle manufacturer recommendations can help with:

Maximize performance and protection of your car engine, reduce noxious emissions, and avoiding costly repairs.