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    The History Behind Diesel Train Engines(Post)

    I've always loved trains; there's just something magical about them (possibly thanks to a certain wizard we all know). And that magic was a powerful part of why they had such a big im ...

    A Beauty Junkie's Guide to Petroleum Jelly(Post)

    Vaseline, or Petroleum Jelly, has many uses, both practical and downright silly (see our Petroleum Product of the Week: Halloween Edition post for petroleum jelly armor ...). Petroleum ...

    The Truth Behind '303' Tractor Fluids(Post)

    Did you know that John Deere's "303" Tractor Fluid specification became obsolete over 45 years ago? It's true! The original 303 specification was dropped in the early 1970s, mainly because it ...

    All About the New Year's Eve Ball in Times Square(Post)

    Each year, you may tune in or even go to watch the New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square at midnight. The ball begins its descent at 11:59 and there is a countdown to the year's final min ...

    What Does The ISO VG Number Of A Lubricant Mean?(Post)

    ISO VG stands for “International Standards Organization Viscosity Grade” and is reported in numbers ranging from 2 all the way up to 1500. This number is critical because a lubricant’s viscosit ...

    Biomimicry: When Nature Inspires Technology(Post)

    Sometimes the best inventions just grab you and stick with you. In 1941, Swiss engineer George de Mestral went on a hunting trip in the Alps with his dog. Upon returning home, he noticed t ...

    Petroleum Product of the Week: Polyester Clothing(Post)

    In my hometown, t-shirts are a bit of a luxury. We may be in the latter days of summer, but it's still breaking 90 F in Northeastern Pennsylvania and until the weather breaks and the co ...

    The Magic Wand for Cleaning Oil Spills(Post)

    Oil spills are a messy and unavoidable fact of life on Earth. When they happen, particularly in environments containing water, there hasn't been a clear-cut way to effectively and entirely ...

    The Actual Barrel -- The Great Misunderstanding of Oil Transportation(Post)

    So. Oil has dipped below the cost of a steel drum. It has dipped below the cost of an expensive steak, a few pints in Ireland, and also, reportedly, a pair of men's cargo pants from Target. & ...

    Petroleum Product of the Week: Contact Lenses(Post)

    Have you ever seen someone struggle to put in contact lenses? It's hilarious for the first 2 minutes and then it becomes rather frustrating to endure: even for the observer. Sti ...

    Petroleum Product of the Week: How Crayons are Made(Post)

    Crayons are a kid's best friend Ah, the joys of childhood: recess, nap time, virtually no responsibilities, and coloring. Take me back, right? Who doesn't want a chocolate chip cookie and ...

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    Explore the leading names in our lineup through videos that spotlight the brands we’re proud to carry. These features dive into their quality, innovation, and unique value—so you can shop ...