{"id":1900,"date":"2025-12-20T13:35:47","date_gmt":"2025-12-20T13:35:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skinlabhk.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/20\/can-additives-save-you-money-how-motul-treatments-work\/"},"modified":"2025-12-20T13:35:47","modified_gmt":"2025-12-20T13:35:47","slug":"can-additives-save-you-money-how-motul-treatments-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skinlabhk.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/20\/can-additives-save-you-money-how-motul-treatments-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Additives Save You Money? How Motul Treatments Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>By this point, you know <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motul.com\/en-GB\">Motul\u2019s <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motul.com\/en-GB\/products?range=AUTO011\">NGEN <\/a>Core oils can come from re-refined base stocks and still meet modern performance standards, and you\u2019ve seen how that stacks up in performance and modified cars. The next piece of the puzzle is the stuff in the smaller bottles: fuel and oil additives.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>These cleaners, boosters and treatments are often sold alongside NGEN oils, especially in \u201cpre-MOT\u201d bundles and service packages for UK garages. The big question is whether they genuinely save money \u2013 in fuel, repairs or emissions retests \u2013 or just make the receipt longer.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94695 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?w=1024\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg 4109w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=2048,1366 2048w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=1240,827 1240w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=900,600 900w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=562,375 562w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/INJECTOR-CLEAN-copy.jpg?resize=600,400 600w\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-do-fuel-and-oil-additives-actually-do\"><strong>What do fuel and oil additives actually do<\/strong>?<\/h2>\n<p>In broad terms, Motul\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motul.com\/en-GB\/products?range=AUTO007\">additives <\/a>fall into a few two main groups: those you add to the fuel system, and those you add to the oil system.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fuel-system-cleaners\"><strong>Fuel system cleaners<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>These are added to petrol or diesel tanks and designed to do the following jobs:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean injector nozzles and intake valves (particularly important on port-injected and some GDI engines).<\/li>\n<li>Remove or reduce deposits that disturb spray patterns or airflow.<\/li>\n<li>Help stabilise combustion and reduce HC\/CO emissions for borderline MOT tests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Motul also offers \u201cpre-MOT emission solutions\u201d that package these cleaners together as part of a service upsell \u2013 ideal for cars at risk of failing emissions.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94690 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?w=683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg 4000w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?resize=200,300 200w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?resize=768,1152 768w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?resize=683,1024 683w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?resize=1024,1536 1024w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?resize=1365,2048 1365w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?resize=1240,1860 1240w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?resize=900,1350 900w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/b2c-additives-engine-flush.jpg?resize=562,843 562w\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-oil-circuit-additives\"><strong>Oil circuit additives<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Again, there are many additives available, each one designed to do a different job. But, generally speaking, the two types that Fast Car fans will find most useful are:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Engine flushes: Short-lived treatments used just before an oil change to dissolve sludge and varnish, helping the fresh NGEN oil start clean.<\/li>\n<li>Detergent\/anti-friction boosters: Additive concentrates designed to top up or tweak the oil\u2019s properties between services, typically in older or higher-mileage engines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These products have to be compatible with modern low-SAPS oils and aftertreatment systems; using something not designed for DPF\/GPF cars is a fast way to buy a new filter you didn\u2019t plan on.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-octane-cetane-improvers\"><strong>Octane\/cetane improvers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing modified car fans and tuners are always looking for, it\u2019s extra <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/tuning-tech-guides\/types-of-horsepower-explained\/\">power<\/a> and performance. And that\u2019s exactly what octane boosters and cetane improvers provide.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Octane boosters work in petrol engines, and help suppress knock in marginal fuel situations or mildly uprated engines. Always handy to have a bottle in the glovebox in case you get caught short and can\u2019t fill up with Super Unleaded anywhere!<\/p>\n<p>Cetane improvers do the same thing for diesels. They help ensure smooth combustion, reduce noise, and sometimes help with cold starts and soot too.<\/p>\n<p>Used correctly, these support calibration targets and can reduce the likelihood of knock or rough running when fuel quality is poor.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94692 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?w=1024\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg 4109w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=2048,1366 2048w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=1240,827 1240w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=900,600 900w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=562,375 562w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/ADDITIVE-GROUP-copy.jpg?resize=600,400 600w\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-additives-complement-ngen-re-refined-oils\"><strong>How additives complement NGEN re-refined oils<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>NGEN Core is all about the base oil story \u2013 recycled content, lower carbon, PCR packaging \u2013 but once it\u2019s blended, it\u2019s still a modern, additive-rich lubricant. Additives in separate bottles sit around that system rather than replacing it.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tip-1-cleaning-before-switching-to-ngen\"><strong>Tip 1. Cleaning before switching to NGEN<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re moving a tired but saveable engine onto a fresh NGEN grade, an engine flush and a tank of fuel system cleaner can be a smart once-off investment. The flush helps dissolve old deposits so the fresh RRBO-based oil isn\u2019t immediately contaminated with legacy sludge. The fuel cleaner helps stabilise combustion and can reduce blow-by and soot, helping your new oil stay cleaner for longer.<\/p>\n<p>For example, a 120k-mile BMW N52 that\u2019s been on cheap supermarket oil and short journeys might benefit from a careful flush, fresh NGEN oil (with the correct BMW approval) and a fuel cleaner, followed by shorter initial intervals to let the system stabilise.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"985\" height=\"657\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Scorpion tailpipes\" class=\"wp-image-39653 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 985px) 100vw, 985px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/subaru-wrx-sti-exhaust-subaru-wrx-sti-04.jpg?w=985\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/subaru-wrx-sti-exhaust-subaru-wrx-sti-04.jpg 985w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/subaru-wrx-sti-exhaust-subaru-wrx-sti-04.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/subaru-wrx-sti-exhaust-subaru-wrx-sti-04.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/subaru-wrx-sti-exhaust-subaru-wrx-sti-04.jpg?resize=900,600 900w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/subaru-wrx-sti-exhaust-subaru-wrx-sti-04.jpg?resize=562,375 562w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/subaru-wrx-sti-exhaust-subaru-wrx-sti-04.jpg?resize=600,400 600w\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tip-2-supporting-emissions-and-dpf-gpf-health\"><strong>Tip 2. Supporting emissions and DPF\/GPF health<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>We all know the fear that an MOT emissions test can fill us with. And if your car is flirting with MOT limits or throwing occasional DPF regen issues, Motul\u2019s \u201cpre-MOT emission solutions\u201d bundles make a lot of sense.<\/p>\n<p>Combined with a high-quality NGEN oil that meets the right <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acea.auto\/files\/2023-ACEA-oil-sequences-general-requirements.pdf?\">ACEA <\/a>low-SAPS category, the right additives can:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduce injector and intake deposits that lead to rich running.<\/li>\n<li>Improve combustion efficiency to lower soot loading.<\/li>\n<li>Help avoid expensive fails and forced regenerations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That\u2019s a direct financial saving if it lets you skip a re-test fee or a premature DPF clean.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"985\" height=\"650\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Audi RS4 B7 Avant Service Bonnet open\" class=\"wp-image-37516 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 985px) 100vw, 985px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/09\/Glenn-Audi-RS4-B7-Avant-Service-10-e1764609809324.jpg?w=985\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/09\/Glenn-Audi-RS4-B7-Avant-Service-10-e1764609809324.jpg 985w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/09\/Glenn-Audi-RS4-B7-Avant-Service-10-e1764609809324.jpg?resize=300,198 300w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/09\/Glenn-Audi-RS4-B7-Avant-Service-10-e1764609809324.jpg?resize=768,507 768w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/09\/Glenn-Audi-RS4-B7-Avant-Service-10-e1764609809324.jpg?resize=900,594 900w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/09\/Glenn-Audi-RS4-B7-Avant-Service-10-e1764609809324.jpg?resize=562,371 562w\"><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tip-3-keeping-performance-engines-crisp-between-services\"><strong>Tip 3. Keeping performance engines crisp between services<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For highly-tuned or hard-driven cars, regular use of carefully chosen additives can really help you keep on top of your engine\u2019s health. If you\u2019re pumping extra amounts of fuel through injectors (or using exotic ethanol blends), a fuel system cleaner can really help keep injector patterns sharp \u2013 crucial for optimal performance.<\/p>\n<p>A clean engine is a happy engine. Unwanted deposits on the pistons can cause everything from poor performance to catastrophic LSPI events. Using an engine flush washes these out with every oil change to keep your internals fresh.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, we know the importance of fuel octane ratings. There\u2019s a high likelihood your car\u2019s been mapped to run on premium (97-99RON) fuel. Filling up with lower octane fuel is just asking for detonation. That\u2019s where a top-up can of octane booster can really save your wallet!<\/p>\n<p>Used alongside NGEN Core oils that already meet API SP and relevant ACEA categories, this is about maintaining the performance envelope you\u2019ve paid for, not chasing mythical gains.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94697 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?w=683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg 2740w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?resize=200,300 200w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?resize=768,1152 768w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?resize=683,1024 683w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?resize=1024,1536 1024w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?resize=1366,2048 1366w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?resize=1240,1860 1240w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?resize=900,1350 900w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/STOP-LEAK-AND-CAR.jpg?resize=562,843 562w\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-do-additives-actually-save-money\"><strong>When do additives <em>actually<\/em> save money?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-good-cases\"><strong>The good cases<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Additives are most likely to pay for themselves when:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019re fixing a specific problem: borderline emissions, known injector issues, mild knocking on marginal fuel, sticky hydraulic lifters.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re cleaning up before a long ownership run: a targeted clean plus a switch to NGEN could extend engine life and let you safely use longer OEM intervals again.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re protecting expensive hardware<strong>:<\/strong> injectors, high-pressure pumps, DPFs, GPFs and cats are all pricey. Avoiding even one replacement or forced clean can dwarf additive costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In these cases, the combination of NGEN oil (lower carbon, high performance) and the right additive can give you a lower total cost of ownership <em>and<\/em> a better sustainability story.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-not-so-good-cases\"><strong>The not-so-good cases<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Additives are unlikely to save you money when:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019re pouring random products into every tank \u201cjust in case\u201d.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re trying to mask serious mechanical issues \u2013 burning oil, worn rings, failing injectors \u2013 that really need a spanner, not a bottle.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re stacking multiple overlapping treatments that duplicate each other\u2019s chemistry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In those scenarios, you\u2019re just spending extra to mask the symptoms of an underlying issue. There\u2019s no magic fix, and you simply need to spend the money of fixing the problem.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large c-caption\"><img decoding=\"async\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-94679 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?w=1024\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg 5760w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=2048,1365 2048w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=1240,827 1240w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=900,600 900w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=562,375 562w, https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/BRABUS-MULTIPAK.jpg?resize=600,400 600w\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption c-caption__text\">_13A0646.jpg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-safety-compatibility-and-ngen-specific-caveats\"><strong>Safety, compatibility and NGEN-specific caveats<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A few hard rules if you\u2019re pairing additives with NGEN Core oils:<\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Follow Motul\u2019s own guidance.<\/strong> Use only additives Motul says are compatible with low-SAPS, DPF\/GPF-equipped engines if that\u2019s what you drive. [VERIFY FROM MOTUL TECHNICAL DATA]<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t exceed treat rates.<\/strong> More is not better; some chemistry becomes counter-productive or can harm seals when overdosed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Respect warranties.<\/strong> If a dealer or OEM explicitly bans certain types of additives, don\u2019t give them an excuse to refuse goodwill. Stick to products that align with your handbook and Motul\u2019s recommendations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be cautious on motorcycles and wet clutches.<\/strong> Many bike oils \u2013 including NGEN Core motorcycle products \u2013 are tuned to meet JASO MA2 friction specs for clutches. Random friction modifiers in additives can ruin that balance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bottom-line-when-should-you-reach-for-additives-with-ngen\"><strong>Bottom line: when should you reach for additives with NGEN?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Use additives as targeted tools, not lifestyle accessories. If you\u2019ve got a specific problem to solve, or you\u2019re prepping a car for a long and hard life on Motul NGEN oils, the right fuel and oil additives can absolutely save money on fuel, repairs and MOT drama.<\/p>\n<p>But the foundation is still the oil in the sump. Get the right NGEN grade, with the right OEM approvals, then layer additives on top for clearly defined jobs \u2013 not because the counter guy said it was \u201cgood stuff, mate\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\/fast-car-news\/can-additives-save-you-money-how-motul-treatments-work\/\">Can Additives Save You Money? How Motul Treatments Work<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fastcar.co.uk\">Fast Car<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We explain how Motul\u2019s fuel and oil additives work with NGEN re-refined oils, when they save money for UK drivers, and when they\u2019re a waste of cash<br \/>\nThe post Can Additives Save You Money? 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