4 Ways Premium Lubricants Reduce Equipment Costs & Boost Jobsite Productivity
Published by Nuss Truck & Equipment — Your Volvo CE Partner
When you’re running a construction fleet, every decision you make—from equipment choices to routine maintenance—affects your bottom line. One of the most overlooked opportunities for improving performance and lowering total cost of ownership is choosing the right lubricants.
At Nuss Truck & Equipment, we proudly support our customers with Genuine Volvo Maintenance Products, including a full line of premium lubricants engineered to work in harmony with your Volvo construction equipment. While premium lubricants may come with a slightly higher upfront cost, they can deliver substantial long-term savings and machine performance benefits.
Here are four ways premium lubricants make a real difference on the jobsite:
1. Improved Fuel Efficiency
Reducing friction is critical to maximizing fuel economy. Premium lubricants are designed to withstand harsh conditions—maintaining their performance across full drain intervals, resisting breakdown, and keeping contaminants in suspension for cleaner engine operation.
Real-world impact: Switching from a traditional 15W-40 to a lower-viscosity 10W-30 oil can improve fuel efficiency by up to 0.5%, potentially saving 300+ gallons per year in a wheel loader operating 1,600 hours. That’s more uptime and less money at the pump.
2. Reduced Maintenance Needs
Volvo Lubricants are formulated specifically for Volvo CE machines. That means they’re optimized for your machine’s unique operating conditions—whether that’s high loads, temperature fluctuations, or specialized components.
What that means for you: Fewer breakdowns, fewer oil changes, and longer intervals between service calls. That means lower maintenance costs and more predictable uptime for your fleet.
3. Better Overall Equipment Efficiency
Did you know that only about 20% of the fuel energy in most construction machines is converted into useful work? The rest is lost through friction, heat, and inefficiencies in the hydraulic and driveline systems.
Premium lubricants—especially lower-viscosity oils—reduce this energy loss by minimizing internal resistance. Even a 0.5% gain per component adds up to a significant overall efficiency boost across your fleet.
4. Optimized Friction Where It Matters Most
Not all friction is bad. In systems like wet brakes or clutches, friction needs to be controlled—not eliminated. Premium lubricants are engineered to optimize friction characteristics, reducing brake noise while ensuring the machine performs exactly as it should.
Bonus benefit: Smoother operation can also enhance operator comfort and confidence, improving productivity across shifts.
Your Fleet Deserves Better Than “Off-the-Shelf” Oils
Too often, lubricants are treated as an afterthought. But at Volvo, every lubricant is engineered as a critical component—as important as the bearings, seals, or gears in your machine. Premium oils are developed alongside machine components to ensure maximum compatibility, durability, and performance.
🔧 Ready to Upgrade?
Visit our Genuine Volvo Maintenance Parts page or stop by your nearest Nuss Truck & Equipment location to explore our full selection of premium oils, greases, filters, and more. Our team is ready to help you choose the right solution for your fleet.
Questions? Call us at 1-866-687-7477
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