Why do Volkswagen cars use Castrol engine oil?

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DelGrant
07/29/25 6:12pm
Because the various performance indicators of Castrol engine oil precisely meet the official performance requirements set by Volkswagen, making it highly suitable for Volkswagen engines. Castrol brand: Castrol is a globally recognized expert in lubricants. It is a subsidiary brand under BP (British Petroleum). The success of Castrol can be attributed to Charles Cheers Wakefield, who established the professional lubricant company—Castrol—in 1899. Castrol's core values include being a technology pioneer, winning, passion and enthusiasm, and outstanding performance. These values still represent Castrol today and are the core strengths behind its success. Castrol operates lubricant production plants in over 70 countries worldwide and has 12 technical research centers in countries such as the UK, the US, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and Australia, ensuring that Castrol lubricants remain highly competitive. Engine oil selection: When selecting engine oil, it's not about choosing the most expensive option but rather selecting the right oil based on the characteristics of the car's engine and your usual driving habits. Engine oil can be categorized based on winter and summer usage. For winter, the primary consideration is the low-temperature viscosity grade, while in summer, due to higher temperatures, there's no need to choose an oil with an excellent low-temperature viscosity grade.
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