Why Older Vehicles Need Zinc in Their Motor Oil

Modern conventional oils lack the metal protection that older or high-performance engines require.

Published: May 25, 2023

The next time you talk to a customer who owns a classic car, muscle car or sports car, you might want to ask them if they’re getting enough zinc in their diet!

To be clear, we’re not asking you to give out nutritional advice, and we’re not talking about the kind of zinc you might get by eating pork chops, oysters, oatmeal or lentils. We’re talking about the zinc that’s lacking in modern engine oils, and why those classic cars or any vehicle with a flat-tappet camshaft need more of it.

This video is sponsored by Rislone.

Electronic Stability and Traction Control

Their components work together seamlessly to help keep the vehicle under control.

By Josh Cable

Josh Cable is the editor of Counterman and ShopOwner. He joined Babcox Media in January 2017, and has been working in the field of journalism since 1999.

Published: March 27, 2024

Electronic stability and traction control systems are advanced technology systems that help drivers maintain control of their vehicles, particularly in challenging driving conditions.

They are typically standard on new cars, and their sophisticated sensors and computer-controlled technology work together to help prevent skids, slides, and other potential accidents.