How NAPA Platinum Oil Filters Protect Modern Engines

Automakers are constantly striving to improve their products. In the case of modern engines this is evident by the leaps made in horsepower output while simultaneously shrinking engine displacement. Toyota is now pushing 300 horsepower out of a 1.6L 3-cylinder engine in the Corolla GR. Even when an engine design keeps the same displacement, its output can soar. For example, Ford’s 5.0L Coyote V8 powered Mustang GT was introduced in 2011 with 412 horsepower and has climbed up to 480 horsepower in the 2024+ Mustang GT.

But to make engines perform at these levels consistently and reliably, they need to be in peak condition. Choosing NAPA Platinum Oil Filters is one way to help keep a modern engine performing for years to come. Here’s why:

Filters Made For Today’s Service Intervals

Engine oil technology has come a long way in the last few decades. Synthetic oil was once the realm of exotic engines but today can be found under the hood of many daily drivers. It is engineered to deliver consistent lubrication quality for long durations, allowing for the longer oil change intervals that some vehicle manufacturers use today. When used with full synthetic oil, NAPA Platinum Oil Filters are the most efficient, longest lasting filter in NAPA’s line up. 

Filter Efficiency Is Key

Engineering tolerances on modern engines are stricter than ever. Protecting those tight tolerances in areas lubricated by engine oil takes a high-quality oil filter to prevent damage to delicate surfaces. NAPA Platinum Oil Filters utilize an advanced fully-synthetic filter media that captures up to 99% of engine oil contaminates. Oil flow through the filter is optimized thanks to wire backing on the synthetic filter media that provide both durability and oil flow consistency. And to keep the oil flowing when it is most important an OE-grade bypass valve safeguards against oil starvation. 

No Detail Too Small

When it comes to the little things, NAPA Platinum Oil Filters don’t miss. By using a premium silicone anti-drain back valve oil is retained in the filter even after engine shutoff, reducing the likelihood of dry starts. A dry start is when the engine begins to rotate during startup but before engine oil has started circulating to critical areas. This can cause excessive wear on crankshaft bearings, camshaft journals, piston rings and other parts that rely on a protective oil layer.

Finally when you are designing a filter that can last 25,000 miles, you need a gasket that can go the distance. NAPA Platinum Oil Filters keep engine oil where it belongs by using HNBR (Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber) gasket material. HNBR is strong, resistant to heat, and can stand up to harsh chemicals like those found under the hood.

Oil Filter Choice Matters

Make sure to follow the service schedule outlined in your owner’s manual including oil weight and oil filter change interval. If your vehicle is made for extended service intervals, you can be confident choosing a NAPA Platinum Oil Filter to do the job. Even if you have a conventional oil change schedule, you can still benefit from the engineering put into every NAPA Platinum Oil Filter. Available exclusively at your local NAPA Auto Parts store and at NAPAonline.