Fuel

SA Oil explains how fuel helped man get to the moon

The Fuel That Got Man to the Moon

Nearly 50 years ago, on the morning of the 20th of July 1969, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) sent Saturn V to the moon during the Apollo 11 spaceflight, making history. Find out …

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ACCELERATE Special Gasoline brand ambassador Giordano Lupini wins again

Event: Power Series – Round 5

When the going got tough, ACCELERATE Special Gasoline brand ambassador Giordano Lupini got tougher! Power Series Round 5 proved gritty and challenging for the young racer, who had to put his driving skills to the …

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SA Oil discusses the difference between blended and unblended fuel

Blended vs Unblended Fuels

Over time, the composition of fuels has changed drastically. Technological advancements have made it possible to combine petrol with other components, like ethanol, to improve or modify the traits of fuel. Are blended fuels better …

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ACCELERATE Special Gasoline brand ambassador Giordano Lupini talks pre race prep

Powering Up for Power Series Round 5

After mid-year varsity exams, ACCELERATE Special Gasoline brand ambassador Giordano Lupini is eager to hit the track and get another win at Killarney International Raceway in Power Series Round 5, this weekend. Find out how …

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SA Oil discusses the impact of the Trade Was on the oil industry

The Trade War Explained: Part II South African Fuel Security

Over a year later, the US-China Trade War has only grown in severity and in its wake, the world is trying to keep its head above water. Significantly impacted is the oil industry, with questions …

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ACCELERATE Special Gasoline fuels the win of Giordano Lupini at Power Series Round 4

Event: Power Series – Round 4

As Wingfield Motor’s Power Series Round 4 kicked off on Saturday, 8 June, ACCELERATE Special Gasoline brand ambassador Giordano Lupini readied himself for the fight ahead – to secure continue his winning streak. How did …

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SA Oil discusses why we still use fossil fuels

Why Do We Still Use Hydrocarbon Fuels?

Hydrocarbon fuels are used to create and power almost everything we use – from our reading glasses to powering entire buildings, these fuels are at the source! However, attempts are being made to move away …

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SA Oil's ACCELERATE Special Gasoline fuelled success at the Jaguar Simola Hillclimb

Event: Jaguar Simola Hillclimb 2019

The tenth edition of the Jaguar Simola Hillclimb was bigger, better, and wetter than ever before! Four days of non-stop action, roaring engines and cars of every calibre, including some big wins for our ACCELERATE …

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SA Oil discusses farm energy and fuel needs

Five Ways to Fuel a Farm

Agricultural farming is an energy-intensive industry that uses 2% of all energy produced in South Africa alone! All over the world, farming energy needs are growing. How is the industry keeping up? Read on to …

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Brand Ambassador Giordano Lupini wins again in Power Series Round Three - fuelled by ACCELERATE Special Gasoline

Event: Power Series – Round 3

Back in black on the track, ACCELERATE Special Gasoline brand ambassador Giordano Lupini had another successful day of racing in the third instalment of Wingfield Motor’s Power Series this Saturday past, not only achieving another …

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