Direct Injection Oils

THE RIGHT SOLUTION FOR DIRECT INJECTION ENGINES

Direct injection and superchargers or turbochargers make for a powerful combo, but delivering high torque at low speed can lead to abnormal combustion that not only degrades performance but can also cause catastrophic engine damage. That’s why you need to get the right oil for direct injection engines.

Independent research and testing have found that reducing the amount of Calcium detergent and eliminating the Sodium detergent in the motor oil formula reduces the frequency and severity of LSPI and other abnormal combustion events. Testing also revealed that increasing the level of Molybdenum reduces the tendency of these abnormal combustion events.

WHAT IS LSPI?

Low Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI) is an abnormal combustion event that can lead to catastrophic engine damage, and LSPI is common to Turbocharged Direct Injection Engines. Normally, combustion follows the spark event as controlled by the engine management system. In a LSPI event, the combustion event begins prior to the spark event, which causes abnormally high pressures within the cylinder. These high pressures can damage the piston. Research indicates the formula of the motor oil has a direct link to the frequency and severity of LSPI.

WHY?

Calcium based detergents are the most widely used detergents in off-the-shelf motor oils, and they are typically used in high concentrations. To avoid potentially catastrophic damage, motor oils must be formulated specifically for direct injection engines to ensure engine durability. Driven Racing Oil’s own research has confirmed an oil’s detergent chemistry impacts LSPI, with Calcium and Sodium increasing and Molybdenum compounds decreasing frequency. Lab testing confirmed that high levels of Sodium and Calcium tend to promote mixing of the oil and fuel that contributes to LSPI events in direct injection engines.

From that research and engine testing, Driven developed a new line of direct injection motor oil that provides a right-now solution for direct injection engines. Driven’s DI synthetic motor oils are ahead of the curve when it comes to the newest API SN Plus & SP Engine Oil specs. Each Driven DI formula features lower levels of Calcium and boosted levels of Molybdenum to combat LSPI, reduce abnormal combustion, and protect against soot related wear. The DI line of fuel injection oil also features a lower volatility base oil, reducing crankcase vapors and carbon buildup on intake valves. The results below show how Driven’s DI formula delivers a different additive package compared to current European specs and the previous API spec, and Driven’s DI formula reduces wear compared to the new API SN+ & SP oil spec in a high-performance DI engine.

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Description: DI20 delivers cutting-edge lubricant technology specifically developed for direct injection engines and utilizes an advanced additive package designed to reduce abnormal combustion, such as low...More Details »
Item #: 18206
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Description: DI20 Oil Change Kit for Gen V GM Direct Injection Truck Engines (2014- 2018) w/8 Qt Oil Capacity Contains 8 Qts of DI20 0W-20 Synthetic Direct Injection Performance Motor Oil & WL10255XP Wix Filter...More Details »
Item #: 20825K
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Price: $149.98
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Description: DI30 should be used in any High Performance direct injection engine that calls for 5W-30 motor oil, such as modified Ford EcoBoost engines and the GM LT1 and LT4 engines. Viscosity typical of...More Details »
Item #: 18306
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Description: DI30 Oil Change Kit for 2014-2018 Corvette Stingray GM LT1 Engine w/ 7 Qt Oil Capacity - 7 Qts of DI30 5W-30 Synthetic Direct Injection Performance Motor Oil & WL10290XP Wix Filter Driven's DI30...More Details »
Item #: 20735K
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Price: $134.98
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Description: DI30 Oil Change Kit for Ford Mustang GT 5.0 Coyote (2018-2022) w/ 10 Qt Oil Capacity Contains 10 Qts of DI30 5W-30 Synthetic Direct Injection Performance Motor Oil & FL-500S Filter Driven's DI30...More Details »
Item #: 21021K
Condition: New
Price: $190.49
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Description: DI30 Oil Change Kit for Gen V GM LT1 & LT4 Engines w/ 10 Qt Capacity Contains 10 Qts of DI30 5W-30 Synthetic Direct Injection Performance Motor Oil & WL10290XP Wix Filter Driven's DI30 Oil...More Details »
Item #: 21035K
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Price: $189.97
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Description: DI40 is NOW a 5W-40 Viscosity. Containing a proprietary additive package to combat abnormal combustion issues, as well as soot-related problems, Driven's DI40 should be used for direct injection...More Details »
Item #: 18406
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Description: DI40 Oil Change Kit for 2019 Gen V GM LT1, LT4, & LT5 modified/racing Engines w/ 10 Qt Capacity Contains 10 Qts of DI40 5W-40 Synthetic Direct Injection Performance Motor Oil & WL10290XP Wix Filter...More Details »
Item #: 21045K
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Price: $189.97
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Description: Featuring reduced Calcium and Sodium detergents and increased levels of molybdenum for reduced abnormal combustion events, DI50 is recommended for racing and other extreme applications. Viscosity...More Details »
Item #: 18506
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Description: DI50 Track Pack Oil Change Kit for GM GEN V LT1/LT4 w/ 10 Qt Capacity Contains 10 Qts of DI50 15W-50 Synthetic Direct Injection Performance Motor Oil & WL10290XP Wix Filter Driven's DI50 Track...More Details »
Item #: 21055K
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Price: $199.98
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