Ed Newman | Apr 29, 2016 1:48 PM The number-one function of motor oil is to act as a barrier between moving parts so as to minimize friction. There are at least three almost self-evident benefits of reducing friction: • Reduced wear, which results in longer engine life o AMSOIL shields your automobile with 75% more engine protection against horsepower loss and wear than required by a leading industry standard.* • Reduced heat in moving parts, which lowers the overall operating temperature of the equipment • Increased engine efficiency so as to generate more power from less force What is friction? We all know what it is even if we don’t understand the mathematical equation that engineers use to express it. I remember a science lesson at some point during my school years when we were instructed to rub our hands together so we could feel the warmth generated by friction. It’s basic, but it makes a point. Friction creates heat. Learning how to start a fire is one of the survi