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In 1976, STP faced a consumer protection order that required it to have scientific backing for certain statements and prohibited making false claims. In 1978, it paid a $500,000 civil penalty over claims. In 1995, STP paid $888,000 to settle Federal Trade Commission charges of false advertising. [6] [7]
In addition, As one of several industry companies penalized by the FTC, Dura Lube paid $2 million in consumer redress to be distributed by the FTC. The FTC had previously halted allegedly deceptive ads for Prolong Engine Treatment, Valvoline Engine Treatment, Slick 50 Engine Treatment and STP Engine Treatment. [4]
Gear oil is a lubricant made specifically for transmissions, transfer cases, and differentials in automobiles, trucks, and other machinery. It has high viscosity and usually contains organosulfur compounds .
Consumer Reports states that PriceGrabber places the ads and pays a percentage of referral fees to CR, [25] who has no direct relationship with the retailers. [26] Consumer Reports publishes reviews of its business partner and recommends it in at least one case. [27]
Methylenebis(dibutyldithiocarbamate) is an additive in some extreme pressure gear oils, serving as an antioxidant and protecting metal surfaces. [1] The early extreme pressure additives were based on lead salts of fatty acids ("lead soaps"), "active sulfur" compounds (e.g. thiols and elementary sulfur), and chlorinated compounds.
In the late ‘90s, Stone Temple Pilots took a prolonged break as Weiland went into rehab and then released his first solo album, while the DeLeo brothers and Kretz started a short-lived new band ...
Usually, it is coloured red or green to differentiate it from motor oil and other fluids in the vehicle. This fluid is designed to meet the unique demands of an automatic transmission. It is formulated to ensure smooth valve operation, minimize brake band friction, facilitate torque converter function, and provide effective gear lubrication.
Sewage Treatment Plant, a site where wastewater is cleaned; Shovel test pit, a method of archaeological survey; Sodium triphosphate, used in detergents, etc. Stand-to-pee device, a female urination device; Solar Terrestrial Probes program, a series of NASA missions; Silane-terminated polymers