Among the many performance indicators of automotive oils, CCS (Cold Cranking Simulator Viscosity) is definitely a key parameter that cannot be ignored. Today, let's analyze CCS in depth so that you can understand its significance to your car's engine.

The core indicator of low-temperature starting performance

Cold Start Simulation Viscosity (CCS) is, in simple terms, an important indicator of the fluidity of engine oil at low temperatures. In the cold winter, when you are ready to drive out, the low temperature will make the engine oil become like thick syrup, and the fluidity will be poor. The CCS value reflects the internal friction of the oil under low temperature and high shear rate conditions. It is like an accurate “low temperature fluidity tester”, the smaller the value, the easier the oil flows at low temperatures, and the smoother the engine cold starts.

The different grades of motor oil have clearly defined standards for CCS values. These standards are not arbitrary, but have been tested and verified to ensure that the oil provides reliable protection for the engine in cold weather.

How CCS Affects Engine Startup and Wear

When an engine is started at low temperatures, if the oil's CCS value is too high, i.e., the viscosity is too high, it is difficult for the oil to form an effective lubricating film on the surfaces of the internal engine components quickly. Imagine a piston moving at high speed in a cylinder without adequate lubrication, the friction between the metals will increase dramatically, not only making it difficult to start, but also leading to increased engine wear.

An excellent oil should flow quickly at low temperatures and reach all corners of the engine in time to provide lubrication protection for the piston, crankshaft and other key components. It is like putting on a layer of “protective clothing” for the engine, which reduces the direct contact between metals, reduces wear and prolongs the service life of the engine.

During the research and development of our automotive oils, we have made CCS performance a key target. By selecting high quality base oils, the low temperature performance of the oil is guaranteed from the source. At the same time, with unique additives to further optimize the fluidity and stability of the oil at low temperatures.

Choosing an oil with excellent performance is the best way to take care of your car's engine.

We follow the international standards closely and keep in line with the industry's cutting-edge to ensure the accuracy and reliability of our products' CCS testing data. Before each batch of automotive oil leaves the factory, it undergoes a strict cold start simulation test, defending the bottom line of quality with a “zero-tolerance” attitude, so that customers can use it with peace of mind.