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seasons greetings from MPT Industries

Experiencing An Act Of Holiday Kindness

MPT Industries company president, Michael Trueba, shares an experience he had this time last year: It was about five days before Christmas in December of 2019. I was returning from a week long business trip… 

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Lock Lubrication

November is a great time to lubricate door hinges and locks, especially if they are outdoors. It is the last chance you will have before freezing daytime temperatures begin to move in if you are… 

Road & Track Magazine July 2013

Fuel Additive Facts

From Road & Track July 2013 If you find yourself lost in the fuel additives aisle or just sticking to the same old thing, you are not alone. To make the right choice and get… 

deck building

Deck Rebuilding/Building Ideas

With plenty of beautiful sunshine ahead during the remaining days of the summer and fall seasons, you might be asking yourself, should I restore/upgrade my old backyard deck or possibly build a new deck? Depending… 

adding an additive to your fuel

Should I Add A Fuel Additive?

If you have ever considered using a fuel additive or cleaner before, you have undoubtedly wondered if they really work. Premium products can be extremely effective in cleaning up the entire fuel system, removing carbon… 

Pouring oil from a bottle

What Kind Of Additives Are In Motor Oil?

Although we often stress the importance of the base stocks contained in motor oils, of equal importance is the quality of the additives. Without anti-oxidants, anti-wear, anti-foaming agents and more, base oils would quickly degrade… 

vintage car road trip

Road Wheel Care / Maintenance Tips

The road wheels on your vehicle take a lot of abuse. Through the extreme temperatures of winter and summer, as well as the many types of road debris, the wheels on your vehicle keep it… 

car battery

Preventing and Removing Carbon Deposits

A recent article published in industry publication Underhood Service reviews how carbon buildup on intake valves can be a power robbing and costly problem. It can buildup on the intake valves, pistons, and throughout the… 

Evolution of the Turbocharger

Hot Running Automotive Turbochargers

An article in the April 2018 edition of industry publication Lubes’N’Greases draws attention to the modern day automotive turbocharger. As stated in the article, first introduced over 60 years ago, the turbocharger has made significant…