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The Kendall Refining Company was founded in 1881 by William Willis, E. R. Loomis and R. H. Childs in Bradford, Pennsylvania with the goal of refining local Pennsylvania Grade Crude Oil into kerosene, lubricants and greases. From the very beginning Kendall has been an innovator in the oil industry, producing the highest quality product of the day. Prior to the establishment of an oil refinery, the name Kendall was familiar to the residents of Bradford, Pennsylvania. In order to secure an approval for a Bradford-based post office, city officials named the local creek in honour of Mr. Kendall, the Postmaster General of the United States. In return for this honour, the city was granted its own post office. When the refinery was constructed in 1881, it was called the Kendall Refinery because of its close proximity to Kendall Creek.

As a pioneer of lubrication technology and product design, Kendal established the first petroleum research and development centre in Pennsylvania. This led to developments such as the first oil designated for winter use and extended drain intervals.

In 1928, Kendall's famous two finger logo commemorated the launch of the first "2,000-Mile" motor oil.

Although no longer producing aviation oils, for many pilots of the 1920's Kendall's Penzbest Motor Oil was synonymous with endurance. In 1928 dozens of planes attempted to fly from New York to Los Angeles; 25 of the 40 planes that successfully completed the trip had Kendall Penzbest Motor Oil in their engines. Later that year, all of the aircraft that completed the Los Angeles to Cincinnati air race used Kendall Motor Oil. Other revolutionary developments include the first pre-packaged, factory sealed one-quart oil-cans that assured quality and performance. Competitors soon adopted similar packaging. In 1953, Kendall Motor Oil's innovative packaging design was inducted into the prestigious 'Packaging Hall of Fame."

Kendall® GT-1® full synthetic and synthetic blend motor oils with

Put some teeth in your motor oil lineup

Engines are put to the test every day, whether it’s grinding through the daily commute or loaded down for long-distance vacation duty. Give drivers the ultimate in engine protection with Kendall® GT-1® full synthetic and synthetic-blend motor oils, now engineered with our exclusive Liquid Titanium™ anti-wear additive.

Introducing titanium-strength engine protection

Kendall GT-1 oils with Liquid Titanium give customers an exclusive new way to fight engine wear, prolong engine life and reduce friction. Liquid Titanium bonds to the surface of critical engine parts to help protect against metal-to-metal contact, especially in friction hot spots, thereby reducing wear.

Why Liquid Titanium ?

Titanium has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any metal in existence. Kendall’s Liquid Titanium additive technology gives engines a titanium-strength shield at friction hot spots. As the titanium chemically bonds to critical engine parts, an extra layer of protection forms to mitigate engine wear and reduce friction. Reduced friction may also help improve fuel economy

DRAMATIC WEAR PROTECTION RIGHT WHERE IT’S NEEDED

Testing confirms that titanium-enhanced oil helps reduce wear, particularly in friction hot spots where wear is most prevalent. In demanding Sequence IIIG industry tests that simulate trailer towing in hot weather, Kendall GT-1 5W-20 with Liquid Titanium dramatically reduced engine wear by 75 percent compared to the ILSAC GF-4 requirements. In standard Sequence IVA industry tests that simulate lower temperature operations, the GT-1 titanium-enhanced oil reduced engine wear by 85 percent compared to the ILSAC GF-4 requirements.

Exclusive wear protection

Liquid Titanium’s molecular-level wear protection helps keep engines running longer. It creates a protective film where wear normally occurs to give engines an extra shield of defense. Tests confirm the oil’s effect on reducing wear. In demanding Sequence IIIG industry tests that simulate trailer towing in hot weather, Kendall GT-1 5W-20 with Liquid Titanium reduced wear by 75 percent when compared to the ILSAC GF-4 performance requirements, and by 56 percent when compared to a commercially available competitive 5W- 20 oil. In Sequence IVA tests that simulate lower temperature operations, Kendall GT-1 5W-20 with Liquid Titanium reduced wear by 85 percent compared to the ILSAC GF-4 performance requirements, and 62 percent compared to a commercially available competitive 5W-20 oil. Kendall GT-1 synthetic and synthetic-blend motor oils meet or exceed all industry standards.

The GT-1 lineup includes special formulations for Asian and European vehicles, as well as GT-1 Ultimate Synthetic, which meets the requirements of the GM4718M “Corvette” specification for high-performance engines, the strictest standard set by high-end car manufacturers in North America.

LOWER FRICTION MORE PROTECTION

Tests reveal that Kendall GT-1 5W-20 with Liquid Titanium delivers lower valve train
friction during start-up, steady-state and stop-and-go driving. Tests show up to a
5.49 percent reduction in friction compared to a commercially available competitive,
reduced friction 5W-20 oil. Lower friction may lead to fuel economy improvements.

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SERIOUS PROTECTION IN A BOTTLE

	Kendall® GT-1® Full Synthetic with liquid titanium™
	A premium-quality, full-synthetic engine oil designed to provide maximum protection for passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs operating under severe driving conditions, as well as in normal everyday service. Engineered with exclusive Liquid Titanium™ additive technology for extra protection against engine wear and friction.   • Outstanding resistance to viscosity and thermal breakdown at high temperatures • Outstanding low-temperature pumpability for protection during cold starts • Protects against engine sludge and varnish formation • Excellent wear protection • Low volatility for reduced oil consumption • Energy Conserving for improved fuel economy
	Kendall GT-1 High Performance Synthetic Blend with liquid titanium
	A premium-quality, synthetic-blend engine oil designed to provide enhanced protection for passenger cars, light trucks and SUVs operating under all driving conditions. Engineered with exclusive Liquid Titanium additive technology for extra protection against engine wear and friction.   • Enhanced performance compared with conventional engine oils • Excellent resistance to viscosity and thermal breakdown at high temperatures • Improved low-temperature pumpability for protection during cold starts • Protects against engine sludge and varnish formation • Excellent wear protection • Low volatility for reduced oil consumption • Energy Conserving for improved fuel economy
	Kendall GT-1 Ultimate Synthetic
	A top-tier, full-synthetic ILSAC GF-4 product specially formulated to meet the strict GM4718M “Corvette” specification – the strictest standard established by high-end car manufacturers in North America. This product does not contain Liquid Titanium additive technology.   • Outstanding oxidative stability • Optimal deposit control • Cleaner pistons and engine parts • Friction-modified for improved fuel economy • Lower oil consumption
	Kendall GT -1 High Mileage Synthetic Blend with liquid titanium
	A premium-quality, synthetic-blend engine oil specially designed for use in vehicles with more than 75,000 miles. Formulated with SealMax™ seal conditioner to recondition and revitalize engine seals, and engineered with our exclusive Liquid Titanium additive technology to provide extra protection against engine wear and friction.   • Maximizes engine performance and revitalizes seals • Provides enhanced protection against deposit formation and oil thickening • Reduces engine wear from high-mileage accumulation • Minimizes oil consumption and driveway leaks • Reduces exhaust smoke
	Kendall GT-1 Full Synthetic 0W-20 with Liquid Titanium (Asian Formulation)
	A new viscosity grade that provides improved fuel economy compared to other full-synthetic viscosity grades, plus titanium-strength engine protection.   • Engineered for use in select gasoline-electric hybrids and late-model import vehicles • Outstanding low-temperature pumpability for faster oil circulation and easier starting in cold weather, helping to reduce engine wear
	Kendall GT-1Full Synthetic 5W-40 (European Formulation)
	Specifically engineered for European vehicles calling for engine oil that meets Mercedes-Benz 229.5, BMW Longlife-01, Porsche A40 or Volkswagen 505.00/502.00 specifications. This product does not contain Liquid Titanium additive technology.   • Meets ACEA A3/B4-04 and API SM/CF performance requirements • Low volatility properties help reduce oil consumption • Outstanding resistance to viscosity and thermal breakdown at high temperatures

Full-protection lineup

Protecting engines starts with the right oil. Kendall offers a complete line of high-performance passenger car motor oils, including our new Kendall® GT-1® titanium-enhanced oils — Full Synthetic, High Performance Synthetic Blend and High Mileage Synthetic Blend — as well as our GT-1 Ultimate Synthetic and Full Synthetic European oils. Ask your Kendall Marketer for more information about these high-quality motor oils.