Shell Dynaflex Technology
What does DYNAFLEX technology mean?
DYNAFLEX technology is the name of our latest generation of advanced formulas for petrol and diesel fuels.
Since petrol and diesel differ from each other, we have developed unique DYNAFLEX formulas for each type of fuel.
Modern engines are becoming increasingly efficient. As a result, fuels are exposed to harsher conditions (such as higher temperatures, engine loads, and pressure), which reduces their performance and efficiency.
When we say "DYNAFLEX Technology," we mean complex mixtures specially designed to maintain engine efficiency by cleaning and reducing friction. Specifically:
DYNAFLEX Technology is enriched with powerful cleaning agents that keep the most important parts of the fuel system clean and protect
them from deposits that affect performance.
DYNAFLEX technology also contains new molecules that reduce friction and allow the piston system to move more freely within the heart of petrol engines, thereby reducing energy loss in the form of heat.
How does DYNAFLEX technology work in engines?
Shell has relied on its over 100 years of experience in fuel research and development to create DYNAFLEX technology. Our most advanced fuels using DYNAFLEX technology are the result of intensive testing - over 3 million kilometres and more than 250 cars, with the aim of addressing issues of reduced performance and efficiency.
Car manufacturers around the world aim to improve engine efficiency. Modern engines are becoming smaller while maintaining high power levels and often use new technologies, such as direct fuel injection and turbocharging, to achieve enhanced performance and efficiency. The main challenges in modern engines are operating at higher temperatures, increased engine load, and higher pressures.
Over time, deposits can form on key parts of the fuel system such as injectors in diesel engines or intake valves in petrol engines. Scientists at Shell have developed DYNAFLEX technology to control deposit formation on key parts of the fuel system, which leads to reduced performance.
In addition, petrol engines experience energy loss due to increased friction. Friction occurs between the piston and the cylinder wall and can cause up to 15% engine energy loss. DYNAFLEX technology contains molecules that reduce friction by instantly forming a solid film that can reduce friction under a wider range of conditions than previous-generation friction-reduction technology.