The European Automobile Manufacturers Association is the main lobbying and standards group of the automobile industry in the European Union. As of February 1991 it is the successor of the CCMC manufacturers committee which was founded in October 1972.

What is the meaning of ACEA in oil?

ACEA is the abbreviation for Association des Constructeurs Europeens dÁutomobiles (Union of European car manufacturers). This committee has developed new classifications for the application of engine oils in gasoline, passenger cars diesel and heavy-duty diesel engines.

What is the difference between API and ACEA?

API is the American Petroleum Institute. The API rating of an engine oil covers the performance rating of the oil (e.g. SM for petrol, CF for diesel). ACEA is a European industry body up of European vehicle manufacturers. The ACEA rating of an engine oil of covers the performance rating of the oil (e.g. A3/B3, C3).