THE SCIENCE
Hot Shot's Secret oil treatments are scientifically engineered solutions designed to enhance engine performance, reduce wear, and extend oil life. Developed by Lubrication Specialties, Inc., these treatments address common engine issues, ensuring your vehicle operates at its best. You can learn more about the science behind the products by reading some of the case studies below.
Case Studies
Case Study 1404A
Read about Reducing fleet maintenance issues: Decreasing fleet maintenance costs by using Hot Shot's Secret Stiction Eliminator and Diesel Extreme.
Test subject: 3 standard freight trucks
Products tested: Stiction Eliminator and Diesel Extreme.
Case Study 1509A
Read about Increasing horsepower and torque: Evaluation of Hot Shot's Secret Shift Restore in a series of dynamometer tests.
Test subject: 2006 SAAB 9-3 t convertible.
Product tested: Shift Restore.
Case Study 1510B
Read about Fleet regeneration cycle reduction: Reducing the fleet owner's need to perform regeneration cycles.
Test subject: (a) 2008 Freightliner M2-106-TA; and (b) 2013 Ford F-550 6.7L Powerstroke.
Products tested: Diesel Extreme and Everyday Diesel Treatment.
Case Study 1605A
Read about Increasing horsepower and fuel economy: A study of the effectiveness of diesel fuel additives in today's diesel engines.
Test subject: 2015 Chevrolet 2500HD 6.6L Duramax.
Product tested: Diesel Extreme.
Case Study 1612B
Read about Fuel economy testing: Increase in fuel economy by cleaning the fuel system and boosting cetane.
Test subject: 2006 Freightliner P500, (Commercial FedEx Truck).
Product tested: Diesel Extreme.
Case Study 1612C
Read about Fuel economy testing: Increase in fuel economy by cleaning the internal engine components and reducing friction.
Test subject: 2006 Freightliner P500, (Commercial Fedex truck).
Product tested: Stiction Eliminator.
Case Study 1702A
Read about Increasing horsepower and torque: evaluation of Hot Shot's Secret FR3 in a series of dynamometer tests.
Test subjects: (a) 2014 Harley-Davidson Street Glide FLHX; and (b) 2015 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special FLTRXS.
Product tested: FR3 Friction Reducer.
Case Study 1703A
Read about Increasing horsepower and torque: Evaluation of Hot Shot's Secret FR3 in a series of third-party dynamometer tests.
Test subjects: (a) 2016 Dodge 3500 6.7L Cummins; and (b) 2007 Dodge 2500 6.7L Cummins.
Product tested: FR3 Friction Reducer.
Case Study 1910A
Read about Failing CP4 pumps: Study of the incompatibility between CP4 pumps and American-produced ULSD fuel.
Test subjects: CP4 pumps on GM, Ford, Dodge, Chevrolet, and Jeep.
Product tested: LX4 Lubricity Extreme.