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Whether you operate a fleet or drive a van, it’s essential your vehicle runs smoothly and efficiently. Van oil helps guarantee this, keeping the engine protected from unnecessary wear and corrosion so it can operate at peak performance and you can enjoy reduced maintenance costs. 

What oil should I choose for my van?  

Different vans require different oils, and with so many to choose from, it can be hard to know which oil to use in your vehicle.  

Finding out is easy – just check your owner’s manual or input your make and model, or go to TotalEnergies​ oil finder tool, Lub Advisor, to receive information on the lubricants and fluids your van needs. 

But even if you know what oil your van requires, it’s a good idea to understand the differences between different oils and how they are graded. The main difference is oil type:  

Simple, crude-based lubricants used in older vans.

Purified, man-made oils that feature a range of additives with special properties designed to benefit modern and high-performance vans.

Lubricants that include a mix of mineral and synthetic oils, plus a limited number of additives. 

Van oil grades, such as 10W30, are used to note the viscosity of the oil. Here, the winter number (xW) shows oil viscosity at -17.7°C (0°F), with lower figures noting oils that thicken less when cold. Summer numbers (x/Wx) show the viscosity at 100°C – here, the greater the number, the more the oil is resistant to high-temperature thinning.  

Learn more about choosing van oils, including ACEA grades and how lubricant choice can impact fuel economy. 

 

Light commercial vehicle lubricants and oils

It’s essential that your fleet of vans runs smoothly in order to keep your business efficient. TotalEnergies​ engine oils, coolants, gear and transmission oils can help you to achieve this. With TotalEnergies​, you can be confident that you’re using high quality, high economy lubricants that will protect your LCV’s engine and the environment, keeping your business on the road.

1. Van engine oil —  Quartz

At TotalEnergies​, we know how varied the van market is, so we’ve developed oils for a vast range of engines and models, all designed to meet the most stringent manufacturer specifications.

Quartz - Key features and benefits

  • Eco Science Technology - Lower your engine fuel consumption 
  • Age Resistance Technology – ultimate protection for your engine
  • High quality products – from a world-leading lubricant provider
  • Complete range of engine oils – covering every make and model of light commercial vehicle
  • Committed to research and development – continued product innovation

The engine oil you choose can have a significant impact on the fuel economy of your light commercial vehicle.

Look for the Fuel Economy (FE) badge on QUARTZ products and you’ll discover a range of engine oils to significantly lower the fuel consumption of your fleet – reducing your carbon emissions with every mile driven and saving your fleet money at the petrol pump.

 

For QUARTZ engine oil, our engineers have formulated Age Resistance Technology, also known as ART. It's a breakthrough innovation: the interaction between oil molecules is increased, creating a super resistant molecular structure.

This helps to prevent the lubricant protective film from breaking, whatever the conditions: extreme temperature and pressure, friction and sludge accumulation. QUARTZ with ART protects all your light commercial vehicle engine parts to ensure optimal working condition.

2. TotalEnergies GLACELF and COOLELF - Van Coolants

Did you know that 22% of vehicle failures are caused by problems with the cooling system? With Total Glacelf and Coolelf antifreeze and coolants, you can avoid unnecessary expenses and keep your light commercial vehicle fleet running efficiently.
 

TotalEnergies​ antifreeze and coolant key features and benefits

  • Exceptional performance – in both high and low temperatures
  • Variety of options to suit your needs – including ready to use and concentrate products
  • Avoid unnecessary expense – lower maintenance costs
  • No worries – protects against engine breakdown, corrosion and overheating

 

 

 

3. TotalEnergies Fluidmatic and Tranxium - Van gear and transmission oils

Just like the engine itself, it’s crucial that you keep your gearbox lubricated to ensure optimum performance and to protect it against wear and tear. TotalEnergies​ offers durable, high quality lubricants for both manual and automatic transmissions, including Fuel Economy options that will save you money and help protect the environment.

TotalEnergies​ gear and transmission oil key features and benefits

  • Lower maintenance costs – thanks to extended drain periods
  • Excellent protection against wear and corrosion – these oils can stand extreme pressure
  • Low temperature fluidity – meaning less drag and fuel consumption even during cold starts
  • Excellent stability in operation – due to the high viscosity index
  • High compatibility with oil filters – due to antifoam properties
  • Fuel economy options – to help you reduce fuel costs and protect the environment.