Mobil 1™ and Porsche announce extension of long-term relationship

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 -- Mobil 1 and Porsche have announced the extension of their long-term relationship ensuring Mobil 1 motor oil remains the factory- and recommended-service-fill motor oil for Porsche vehicles through 2026.

For 25 years, Mobil 1 brand and Porsche have collaborated to bring about a great driving experience for consumers and motorsports drivers.

According to a statement, the two iconic brands share the same commitment to research and advanced technology and a passion for maximising engine efficiency and protection.

“Mobil 1 helps Porsche drivers unlock their passion and the performance of their vehicle, offering an optimum balance of performance, protection, durability and efficiency that Porsche’s high-performance cars require,” said Director of strategic global alliances at ExxonMobil Fuels & Lubricants, Mike Smith.

Meanwhile, Porsche’s Member of the Executive Board - Research and Development, Dr Michael Steiner said: “This milestone and contract extension not only celebrates the Porsche and ExxonMobil partnership today, but it brings additional opportunities to expand our brand portfolio with new product technologies, and will continue to do so for years to come.”

Forward thinking has long been the foundation of the automotive industry. For electric vehicles, Mobil 1 provides electric powertrain fluids to Porsche, developed specifically to meet specialised demands.

Mobil EV™ brings outstanding efficiency without losing vehicle power, dynamics, or safety. At the same time, the wider Porsche Formula E and Mobil EV partnership provides the ultimate automotive track-to-road proving ground with the continuation of development in high-performance lubricants and fluids.

Key Milestones for the Mobil 1 brand and Porsche relationship include: to date, more than 1.5 million Porsche engines have been factory filled with Mobil 1 motor oil; and, Mobil 1 motor oil is the factory- and recommended-service-fill motor oil for over 50 Porsche models.

Mobil 1, the world’s leading synthetic motor oil brand, is factory fill in many of the world’s most powerful production vehicles. Mobil 1 advanced synthetic features anti-wear technology that provides performance beyond conventional motor oils.

-- BERNAMA