News & Media

Feature: Spring Car Care Products

Article first published Wednesday 20th Mar 2019 10:00

With Winter finally coming to a close and Spring right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about your next car-care strategy. Here at Granville, we’ve compiled a list of our essential items that’ll see you through to Summer.

New and Improved Granville Metal Paint

Article first published Monday 25th Feb 2019 15:39

We’ve recently relaunched our metal paint range! The all new and improved Granville Metal Paints come in two great finishes - hammered and smooth - and a huge variety of sizes and colours.

Feature: Granville FS-EX and FS-GX Synthetic Oils

Article first published Monday 11th Feb 2019 11:45

Granville are pleased to announce the immediate availability of two new oils to our Performance Range – FS-EX and FS-GX.

Granville achieves ISO 14001 certification

Article first published Sunday 23rd Dec 2018 15:23

Granville are committed to reducing its environmental footprint and are pleased to announce that not only were we successful in the renewal of our ISO 9001 certification, we also achieved ISO 14001 certification!

Introducing: Rapid Cool Antifreeze & Coolant

Article first published Tuesday 18th Sep 2018 09:00

We’re pleased to welcome two new additions to our Anti-Freeze range – Rapid Cool Red and Rapid Cool Blue!

Get More For Your Money with Our Top 5 Tips for Saving Fuel

Article first published Friday 17th Aug 2018 09:23

Petrol prices are at a 4-year high thanks to inflated crude oil prices and a weak pound – not great news unfortunately but we’ve come up with a list of tips which can help you economize your fuel usage.

5 Great Products That Can Help You Out This Summer

Article first published Monday 2nd Jul 2018 12:00

Summer is now upon us! Of course we're in England so who knows how long this lovely weather will last before the heavens open [Edit: Since writing this post, it has in fact rained...). In the meanwhile, here are our Top 5 Products for getting you through Summer.

Feature: Granville FS-NX and FS-BX Synthetic Engine Oils

Article first published Wednesday 2nd May 2018 12:00

Granville FS-NX is a highly advanced fully synthetic engine oil formulated to give comprehensive protection and performance as well as offering increased fuel economy and exceptional lubricant fluidity. Available in a range of sizes, ranging from 1 Litre Cases all the way through to 205 Litres, this product will ensure that everything runs smoothly.

Introducing our New and Improved G+ Pro Range

Article first published Thursday 1st Mar 2018 09:50

New High Perfomance Oils in the Hypalube Range

Article first published Tuesday 2nd Jan 2018 11:00

Granville are proud to announce the immediate availability of the 9th and 10th fully synthetic engine oils to our Trade Hypalube range. These two new products build upon the strong foundations of the range to add many of the popular modern specifications required in the car parc.

The History Of Veedol

Article first published Wednesday 14th Dec 2016 12:00

Bearing a rich heritage, Veedol is world renowned for its exceptional quality lubricants. Since being chosen for the world’s first mass produced car, the Model T Ford, to the Columbia Space Shuttle, the Veedol brand has grown to be one of the most eminent oil manufacturers in the world and remains the professional's choice. Throughout this time the brand has progressed to being chosen by major OEM manufacturers due to the outstanding quality Veedol offers.

Veedol has a New Home!

Article first published Tuesday 1st Nov 2016 12:00

Granville are pleased to announce that they are the new home of Veedol products and will be distributing them across the UK. Available in 5 litre and 1 litre bottles, the new range of engine oils are OEM Approved and have been repackaged with a stunning new look. 

Here's When You REALLY Need to Change Your Oil

Article first published Tuesday 12th Jul 2016 11:00

There are so many conflicting opinions on when you should be changing your motor oil but there is a very simple answer and that is…

Is Synthetic Oil the best thing for my car?

Article first published Tuesday 5th Jul 2016 12:00

The most important thing to remember about engine oil is that you should always use the oil recommended for your vehicle. If your user manual specifies synthetic oil then this is what you must use. However in some cases it is possible that either a mineral oil or a synthetic oil is suitable for your engine.  If your engine is has no specific recommendation in terms of the base content of the motor oil then you would need to decide based on other factors.

On the Road Again at Automechanika Birmingham

Article first published Friday 10th Jun 2016 10:30

Granville have been out and about once again, this time heading to Automechanika Birmingham for three days at the NEC.

Granville and Tide Water India Shake Hands On Acquisition

Article first published Wednesday 4th May 2016 12:00

Tide Water Oil Co. (India) Ltd., a leading player in the Indian Lubricant Industry since 1921, announced today that it has acquired 100% of the shares of Price Thomas Holdings Limited (PTHL). PTHL owns the entire issued ordinary share capital in Granville Oil & Chemicals Limited whose registered office is at Unit No. 29, Goldthorpe Industrial Estate, Goldthorpe, Rotherham S63 9BL, UK.

The New FS Range: The Next Generation

Article first published Wednesday 4th May 2016 12:00

At Granville we are determined to set the Gold Standard when it comes to motor oil and now we are pleased to reveal our new look Engine Specific range to reflect that.

Is There Such a Thing as Normal Oil Consumption?

Article first published Wednesday 4th May 2016 12:00

Firstly it should be mentioned is that if you find your oil levels are depleting then it is either down to oil consumption or an oil leak.

Jargon Buster: Translating your Gear Oil Bottle

Article first published Wednesday 30th Mar 2016 10:00

What's the Difference Between Gear Oil and Transmission Fluid?

Article first published Tuesday 16th Feb 2016 16:20

The most obvious answer to this question is that gear oil is generally intended for use in manual gear boxes and transmission fluid is for automatic transmissions. However, as is always the case with automotive lubricants, there are exceptions to this rule. In order to fully understand what the differences are between the fluids, we first have to take a look at the key differences between gearboxes and transmissions.

Motor Oil 101: The Importance Of Making The Right Choice

Article first published Tuesday 9th Feb 2016 15:45

Oil is the bread and butter of what we do at Granville. We love the stuff and we love making sure that when you pick up your oil off the shelf you know you are making the right choice for your vehicle.And you know we go on and on about why its important for you to make sure you have the right oil for the job but please, humor me once more as I take you through everything you need to know about engine oil.

How Healthy Is Your Transmission Fluid?

Article first published Wednesday 13th Jan 2016 11:00

Ask the average motorist and it’s likely they will know how and where to check their oil and coolant level but ask about transmission fluid and they might not be so savvy.

PRODUCT FEATURE: Running In Oil

Article first published Monday 4th Jan 2016 11:30

In response to popular demand, Granville is pleased to announce a new edition to the growing lubricant range.

PRODUCT FEATURE: Hypalube PD 5W/40

Article first published Wednesday 21st Oct 2015 08:00

The folks at Granville have been busy again and are pleased to announce the release of the latest addition to their growing Hypalube range. Hypalube PD 5W/40 is formulated to meet the requirements of VW 505.01 for use in Pumpe Duse engines.