THE WORLD’S ONLY SELF-CLEANING MOTOR OIL
Cerma Motor Oil
SiC Run Clean Technology forces carbon to attract to itself, clump, and filter out — so your engine gets cleaner the longer you drive, not dirtier. Available in CERMA 15K and CERMAX 30K blends.
CERMA vs CERMAX — Which is Right for You?
Both blends use the same SiC Run Clean Technology. The difference is drain interval and SiC concentration — choose based on how often you want to change your oil.
CERMA
- ✓SiC Run Clean Technology — self-cleaning oil
- ✓Eliminates carbon, sludge & abrasive deposits
- ✓Increases horsepower, compression & torque
- ✓Reduces engine vibration, noise & wear
- ✓Improves fuel economy up to 25%
- ✓API SN / SM / ILSAC GF-5 compliant
- ✓Made in the USA — Cerma Industries LLC
CERMAX
- ✓All CERMA features — PLUS 2× drain interval
- ✓Higher SiC concentration — maximum protection
- ✓0% soot contamination — verified WearCheck
- ✓Lowest cost per mile of any synthetic oil
- ✓PTFE-free, solvent-free, environmentally safe
- ✓API SN / SM / ILSAC GF-5 compliant
- ✓Made in the USA — Cerma Industries LLC
CERMA vs CERMAX vs Conventional Synthetic
| Feature | Conventional Synthetic | CERMA 15K | CERMAX 30K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oil change interval | 5,000–7,500 mi | 15,000 mi | 30,000 mi |
| SiC Run Clean Technology | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ MAX |
| Self-cleaning engine | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Carbon forced to filter out | ✗ (suspended in oil) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Soot contamination (tested) | Present | Minimal | 0% |
| Cost per mile (5W-30, 5qt) | ~$0.006–0.009 | ~$0.0046 | ~$0.0033 |
| PTFE / solvent free | Varies | ✓ | ✓ |
| API compliance | API SN | API SN / SM / GF-5 | API SN / SM / GF-5 |
CERMA Motor Oil — All Viscosities
Always check your owner’s manual for the correct viscosity. Available in quart, gallon, 12-quart case, 5-gallon pail, and 55-gallon drum. Select the viscosity that matches your manufacturer’s specification.



5W-30
GM, Ford (post-2014 EcoBoost), Chrysler, Chevy 5.3L / 6.2L V8

10W-30
Older gasoline engines, high-mileage vehicles, warmer climates
CERMAX Motor Oil — All Viscosities
The highest SiC concentration in the Cerma lineup. Independently verified — 0% soot contamination in WearCheck MOB II analysis. Available in 7 viscosities for gas, diesel, and specialty applications.

0W-20
Toyota, Honda, Subaru modern engines. Highest fuel efficiency viscosity.

5W-20
Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, newer Honda & Chrysler. Cold-climate all-year.

5W-30
GM, Ford (EcoBoost & Coyote 5.0), Dodge Hemi — North America’s #1 viscosity.

5W-40
European turbo-diesel & performance engines: BMW, Mercedes, VW, Audi, Porsche.

10W-30
Classic & high-mileage gas engines. Also available in CERMAX Diesel blend.

10W-40
Older engines, high-mileage vehicles, hot climates. Thicker film protection.

15W-40
Diesel trucks & fleet vehicles. Cummins, Duramax, Power Stroke, Cat, Kubota.

20W-50
Motorcycles, classic cars, air-cooled engines, high-temp applications.
From Daily Driver to Commercial Fleet
Proven by WearCheck MOB II Analysis
2013 Kubota M135GX Tractor
“All component wear rates are normal.” — WearCheck MOB II
Download Oil Report →2001 Cummins Freightliner FLD
Over 1 million miles — Cerma continued protecting at maximum levels.
Download Oil Report →2011 Ford Fusion
After 20,000 miles — nothing wearing, oil performing at maximum levels.
Download Oil Report →Quick Viscosity Reference Guide
Always check your owner’s manual — your manufacturer’s recommendation is always correct. This guide is for reference only.
| Viscosity | Typical Vehicles | Blend Available | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0W-20 | Toyota Camry/RAV4, Honda CR-V/Civic (2016+), Subaru (2019+) | CERMA 15K · CERMAX 30K | Shop → |
| 5W-20 | Ford F-150 / Explorer / Escape, Lincoln, Mercury, newer Chrysler/Dodge | CERMA 15K · CERMAX 30K | Shop → |
| 5W-30 ★ | GM/Chevy (Silverado, Tahoe), Ford EcoBoost & Coyote 5.0, Dodge Hemi 5.7, most European & Asian (check manual) | CERMA 15K · CERMAX 30K | Shop → |
| 5W-40 | BMW, Mercedes-Benz, VW TDI, Audi, Porsche, Volvo — European standards (ACEA A3/B4) | CERMAX 30K | Shop → |
| 10W-30 | Older gas engines, high-mileage vehicles, warmer climates. Also Diesel CERMAX variant available. | CERMA 15K · CERMAX 30K | Shop → |
| 10W-40 | High-mileage engines >100K mi, classic vehicles, hot climate drivers, some motorcycles | CERMAX 30K | Shop → |
| 15W-40 | Diesel trucks & fleet: Cummins, Duramax, Power Stroke, Caterpillar, John Deere, Kubota | CERMAX 30K Diesel | Shop → |
| 20W-50 | Motorcycles, classic cars, air-cooled engines, racing engines, high-temp applications | CERMAX 30K | Shop → |
★ 5W-30 is specified for the majority of North American gasoline engines. When in doubt, check your owner’s manual.
READY TO SWITCH?
Start with the Engine Treatment — Then Switch to Cerma Oil.
For maximum benefit, treat your engine first with STM-3, drive 1,500 miles, then switch to CERMA or CERMAX oil. 90-day money-back guarantee on every order.