Second Generation dexos1™ has been delayed to January 2017

Second generation dexos1™ performance improvements specification includes:

Stochastic pre-ignition (SPI) prevention

Heightened fuel economy limits

Reduced turbocharger deposits

Additional testing to ensure durability and cleanliness 

Mandatory transition to the new dexos1 specification was expected in August 2016 before the news of delay; current dexos1 certification will expire at that time. We still expect some products to be approved and introduced during 2016, but timing is unclear. Oil marketers are urged to examine their existing product lines and licensing status and to investigate potential reformulation challenges with new chemistry.The latter is impacted by test availability and it is also likely that the complexity of the new specification is impacting delivery of programs.