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Answers to
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AMSOIL
Product Questions:
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I just bought a new car, and I'd like to try AMSOIL motor oil. Could
using AMSOIL void my new car warranty?
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What's the difference between conventional petroleum motor oils and
synthetic motor oils?
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I was always told to change my oil every 3,000 miles if I wanted to
properly maintain my vehicle. How is it possible to drive 25,000 to
35,000 miles without an oil chance using AMSOIL?
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AMSOIL costs more than my regular oil does. How can I justify paying
this higher cost?
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I bought a new car a year ago, and I've been running petroleum motor
oil in it ever since. Could switching to AMSOIL now cause mechanical
problems?
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Can I mix
AMSOIL with my petroleum oil?
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Should oil additives or after market products be added to AMSOIL
motor oils?
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What benefits can people expect using AMSOIL motor oils?
AMSOIL
Business Questions:
- How
much does it cost to be an AMSOIL Dealer?
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Are AMSOIL dealers required to keep an inventory?
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Are sales territories assigned to AMSOIL dealers?
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Does an AMSOIL dealer have an annual sales quota?
- Does a dealer
have to ship product?
- Is a
dealer required to attend any meetings?
- What is a Retail Account?
- What is a Commercial
Account?
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Are credit terms available to Commercial/Retail accounts?
- How long has
AMSOIL been in business?
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Do I have to send sales tax from my purchases to my applicable state
tax authority?
- How do I
administrate my AMSOIL business?
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AMSOIL Product Questions & Answers |
Q: I just bought a new car, and I'd like to try AMSOIL motor oil.
Could using AMSOIL void my new car warranty?
A:
Absolutely not. Vehicle manufacturers recommend using motor oils
meeting certain viscosity grades and American Petroleum Institute
service requirements. Whether the motor oil is petroleum based or
synthetic will not affect warranty coverage. The manufacturer is
required to cover all equipment failures it would normally cover as
long as the oil meets the requirements and was not the cause of the
failure. AMSOIL exceeds these requirements and has never been deemed
the cause of the engine's failure. Even so, AMSOIL had its own limited
warranty, protecting you even further. In addition, the federally
mandated Magnuson-Moss Act states that a manufacturer may not require
the use of a specific brand of aftermarket product unless it's
provided free of charge.
Note: If a car dealership. , service center or other business states
that using AMSOIL motor oil will void your warranty, ask for that
statement in writing and send it to AMSOIL Technical Services. If the
business won't provide the statement in writing send AMSOIL Technical
Services a letter identifying who made the statement, the name and
location of the business and what the specific statement was. AMSOIL
will then send a letter to the business informing them that their
position is inaccurate, and, in fact, violates existing law. Your name
will be held in confidence.
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Q: What's the difference between conventional petroleum motor oils and
synthetic motor oils?
A:
Conventional petroleum oils are refined from crude oil which is
pumped from within the earth. The refining process, however, does not
remove many of the impurities inherent in the crude oil. These
impurities detract from the lubricating ability of the oil and
contribute to deposit, sludge and varnish formation. AMSOIL synthetic
motor oils are constructed in the laboratory and contain no
impurities. AMSOIL synthetic motor oils have uniform molecular
structures and are designed for specific lubricating applications.
They are not affected by the high temperatures or demanding operating
conditions of modern engines.
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Q: I was always told to change my oil every 3,000 miles if I wanted to
properly maintain my vehicle. How is it possible to drive 25,000 to
35,000 miles without an oil chance using AMSOIL?
A:
AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are guaranteed to run 25,000 to 35,000
miles or one year in mechanically sound engines, providing, of course,
the oil is kept free of contaminants by changing the oil filter
according to the manufacturer's recommendation or, when using an
AMSOIL oil filter, changing the filter at six months or 12,500 miles,
whichever comes first. AMSOIL coined the phrase "extended drain
interval" and it's been validated by 30 years of industry testing and
by tens of thousands of motorists and millions of over-the-road miles.
AMSOIL synthetic motor oils provide extended drain performance because
they don't break down in heat like conventional petroleum oils do.
AMSOIL motor oils don't form performance-robbing deposits, and don't
volatize (burn off), which alters viscosity and increases oil
consumption. Finally, AMSOIL's superior additive package, a key
element in the oil's ability to function, holds up under engine
stresses, remaining serviceable for the full 25,000 to 35,000 miles.
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Q: AMSOIL costs more than my regular oil does. How can I justify
paying this higher cost?
A:
AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are more expensive off the shelf than
most petroleum oils, but comparing AMSOIL and other motor oils is like
comparing apples and oranges. AMSOIL's performance so far exceeds that
of conventional motor oils, it's really a different class of product.
AMSOIL is a premium product that rightfully commands s premium price.
Like anything of real value, however, the true consumer cost doesn’t
end with the purchase price. AMSOIL motor oils are extremely cost
effective compared to conventional 3,000-mile drain interval oil in
savings realized in fuel economy, reduced repairs, fewer oil changes,
reduced downtime reduced maintenance and extended engine life.
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Q: I bought a new car a year ago, and I've been running petroleum
motor oil in it ever since. Could switching to AMSOIL now cause
mechanical problems?
A:
Switching from petroleum oil to AMSOIL is perfectly safe.
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Q: Can I mix AMSOIL with my petroleum oil?
A:
Yes, you can. There is no danger in mixing AMSOIL with another
brand. However, a conventional petroleum oil will detract from the
superior performance of AMSOIL.
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Q: Should oil additives or after market products be added to AMSOIL
motor oils?
A:
No, you don't need them. AMSOIL motor oils are formatted under the
strictest quality control standards to provide superior lubrication
performance. Additives cost money and only detract from the quality of
AMSOIL motor oils.
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Q: What benefits can people expect using AMSOIL motor oils?
A:
AMSOIL synthetic motor oils have demonstrated improved performance and
fuel economy, reduced oil consumption, lower repair costs, easier
cold-temperature starts, increased engine life and reduced emissions.
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AMSOIL Business Questions & Answers |
Q: How much
does it cost to be an AMSOIL Dealer?
A: A bare bones six-month trial dealership costs $15, with annual
renewal cost of $30 thereafter. All other costs associated with your
business are what you want to spend to make your dealership
successful.
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Q: Are
AMSOIL dealers required to keep an inventory?
A: No. The decision to keep product inventory is made by the
individual dealer.
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Q: Are
sales territories assigned to AMSOIL dealers?
A: No. AMSOIL dealers are free to call on any individual or
business prospect who is not currently associated with another dealer.
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Q: Does
an AMSOIL dealer have an annual sales quota?
A: No. Commissions are determined by the goals of the
individual dealer. It’s a self-directed business opportunity, with
many avenues of support.
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Q: Does a dealer have to ship product?
A: No. Product orders are shipped from the nearest AMSOIL
Distribution Center using standard carriers and weight-based shipping
costs.
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Q: Is a
dealer required to attend any meetings?
A: No. Increasing product and business knowledge is the
dealer’s responsibility. However, many dealers attend training
meetings and utilize AMSOIL training (AMSOIL University, CD programs,
publications, etc.) to advance their knowledge.
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Q: What is
a Retail Account?
A: A Retail-On-The-Shelf account (ROTS) is set up for
businesses with storefronts and regular business hours for public
access. The ROTS account buys products directly from AMSOIL and offers
them for sale to its customers. Examples of ROTS accounts include auto
parts stores, quick lubes and hardware stores.
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Q: What is a Commercial
Account?
A: A commercial account is any business that buys lubricants
for use in its own vehicles and/or equipment. The business is the
end-user of the products, and is not allowed to resell them.
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Q: Are credit terms available to Commercial/Retail accounts?
A: Yes. Upon application approval, AMSOIL grants “Net 30 days”
credit to qualified accounts.
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Q: How long has
AMSOIL been in business?
A: AMSOIL has a 30+ year history of firsts in the synthetic
lubricant industry.
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Q: Do I have to send sales tax from my purchases to my applicable
state tax authority?
A: No. AMSOIL corporate handles the sales tax accounting for
you. However, a dealer can choose to apply for a sales tax use permit
from the applicable state and then handle sales taxes himself.
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Q: How do I
administrate my AMSOIL business?
A: An AMSOIL dealership is just like any other business
concern, whether it be located in an office or a home. Many valuable
tips are found in the G-700 Business Manual.
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