Motor-oil supplies tighten, raising risk of pricier oil changes
Nissan has withdrawn a warning about possible U.S. motor-oil shortages but says supply could change quickly, Hearst Television reported Monday. The Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association said Middle East disruptions are raising costs and limiting Group III base oil, used in many synthetic oils. Toyota and General Motors have also responded to supply concerns. Some suppliers and analysts report emerging shortages in certain synthetic oils.