PAO Vs Group 3 base oils by KCK Lubricants
Australian-made synthetic oil

PAO vs Group III: What’s the Real Difference in Engine Oil Performance?

Group III synthetics are everywhere — but not all “synthetics” are created equal. In this blog, we dig into PAO vs Group III and why the base oil matters more than most people think.
What make a real racing oil
base oil quality

What Makes a Real Race Oil? (And Why Most Don't Cut It)

Think you’re running a race oil? Think again. Real race lubricants are engineered for abuse, not shelf appeal. Let’s lift the lid on what makes a true race oil — and why KCK doesn’t mess around whe...
KCK Lubricants Toll blending and custom formulations
Australian oil manufacturer

Behind the Scenes of the Oil Industry: KCK’s Role as Australia’s Toll Blender of Choice

You may not know it, but chances are you’ve already seen our work — just with someone else’s label on the bottle. For years, KCK has been the “secret weapon” behind other oil brands, blending speci...
The Next Leap Forward: Why Some KCK Oils Are Going Off-Shelf (For Now)
additive technology

The Next Leap Forward: Why Some KCK Oils Are Going Off-Shelf (For Now)

At KCK, standing still isn’t an option. We’re reformulating some of our most trusted oils with breakthrough tech, which means short-term out-of-stocks — and long-term gains in protection, performan...
Built in the Pit Lane, Not a Boardroom — The True Origins of KCK
Australian-made oils

Built in the Pit Lane, Not a Boardroom — The True Origins of KCK

Before the logo. Before the bottles. Before anyone outside the pit lane knew our name — KCK was forged where results matter and excuses don’t. This is the real story of how an Australian oil compan...
Why We Don’t Sell Oil Additives — And Why That’s a Good Thing
additive-free engine oil benefits

Why We Don’t Sell Oil Additives — And Why That’s a Good Thing

Most aftermarket oil additives are bandaids for bad oil. At KCK, we don’t sell them — because we don’t need to. Our oils are hot-blended and fully loaded from day one, with nothing left out and not...
Zinc in Engine Oil: Hero, Hype, or Has-Been?
anti-wear oil additives

Zinc in Engine Oil: Hero, Hype, or Has-Been?

Zinc has been the backbone of anti-wear protection for decades. But does more mean better? And are all zinc additives created equal? Let’s break it down — the myths, the facts, and why KCK oils get...
is black oil bad
Australian made engine oil

Is Black Engine Oil Bad? The Truth About Oil Colour

“Don’t panic — it’s just doing its job.” Let’s debunk the myth that black oil equals bad oil, and explain why premium formulations often darken faster — because they’re actually working.
KCK Lubricants used in an endurace BMW race car
Additive performance

We’ve Had Complaints… (And We’re Proud of It)

Some say KCK oil is hard to clean off. They’re right. That’s the whole point. Because if your oil wipes off with a fuel-soaked rag… what’s it doing to your engine under load? We’ve built our oils t...