FUCHS extends Mercedes-Benz automotive lubricant partnership through contract renewal

FUCHS SE and Mercedes-Benz Global Services & Parts have signed a contract extension renewing their strategic partnership on automotive lubrication solutions. The agreement covers tailor-made lubricants delivered to Mercedes-Benz customers through the global Mercedes-Benz After-Sales network, with both companies focusing on performance, efficiency and sustainability. FUCHS cites its role as the original partner for the Genuine Oil program.

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Automotive lubricants are formulated oils and greases that reduce friction, wear and heat in engines, transmissions, axles and other drivetrain components. Base oils are blended with additive packages, including detergents, anti-wear and friction modifiers, to meet OEM performance and fluid specifications. Demand is driven mainly by the vehicle parc, since most volume comes from scheduled maintenance and service work rather than new car production, which makes the independent and dealer after-sales channel an important revenue base for lubricant suppliers. Long-term approvals and specification work with automakers are valuable because they lock in volume and create qualification barriers for competing blenders. Changes in OEM fill requirements also influence which grades are stocked and how additive and base oil purchasing is planned across the supply chain. Lubricant prices track base oil and additive costs, which are linked to crude oil and petrochemical feedstocks, so suppliers with established approvals are better placed to pass through cost movements.

Source: official release on fuchs.com. Summary and context written by Market Krystal.