How Long Can a Car Engine Run Without Oil?
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Car engines cannot operate without oil, as they are high-speed machines that rely on oil for lubrication. Without oil, the engine cannot function. Engine oil, also known as motor oil or engine lubricant, is a substance enhanced with additives in a base oil, primarily containing anti-wear additives, detergents, dispersants, and multi-grade viscosity index improvers. Engine oil is used to lubricate internal combustion engines. Its main functions include reducing friction and wear on moving parts, removing sludge and varnish from the engine, neutralizing acids produced by fuel and lubricant oxidation, improving piston ring sealing, and cooling the engine by carrying away heat from moving components.