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Re: a trend of increased oil consumption in newer cars
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 8/22/2014 6 Replies

Manufacturers are using design, construction and materials that deliver more accurate cylinder dimensions. That allows the use of lower tension ultra narrow piston rings.

Those low tension ultra narrow rings, turbocharging, etc, require increased piston and ... Login to read more.

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