Diesel Catch Can Comparison When it comes to protecting modern diesel engines, installing a quality catch can kit is one of the most effective preventative upgrades you can make. Two of the most popular and proven options available in Australia are the Western Filters Catch Can Kit and the Direction Plus...
In Australian road transport, there’s something unreal about an older rig that still works hard every day. Modern trucks might be packed with tech, but a well-kept classic earns respect — especially when it’s hauling freight all week and turning heads at a drag event on the weekend. That’s exactly what...
XTROLL Chassis Guard – Your Complete Application & Care Guide If you love off-roading, beach trips, or coastal adventures, protecting your vehicle’s underbody is essential. XTROLL Chassis Guard forms a tough, self-healing clear coating that shields metal surfaces from rust caused by salt, sand, and moisture. Here’s how to get the...
In 2023, Cost Effective Maintenance relocated into a larger manufacturing warehouse to help with the surge in DPF-related enquiries. More and more fleet operators are searching for low-cost, low-downtime solutions to avoid the hassle and expense of replacing or manually cleaning diesel particulate filters (DPFs). DPF Cleaning Additive That’s Saving Drivers...
There is no shortage of off-the-shelf fuel additives available these days, but what are you really putting in your tank? With so many products out there, it's hard to know what or why you should be using them at all. CRD Fuel Enhancer is a concentrated diesel fuel additive designed to: Restore...
Cost Effective Maintenance Established in 1983 Cost Effective Maintenance has supplied premium aftermarket fuel and oil additives for over 40 years. During this time, we have developed a unique range of Australian-made products for bulk and standard fuel users. When supplying bulk additives, knowing and understanding your customers' needs is non-negotiable. Many...
If your engine oil goes black quickly after an oil change it's time to ask why. Why is the new oil already dirty? If your new oil is already black then the engine oil has already started to degrade. Now this is not a serious issue, but over time it...
Family-owned and backed by over 20 years of experience, Tas Petroleum is now the official distributor of Cost Effective Maintenance products in Tasmania. As demand for high-quality aftermarket fuel and oil additives continues to grow, Cost Effective Maintenance has partnered with Tas Petroleum to bring premium fuel solutions and advanced additive...
Cost Effective Maintenance (CEM) has been helping operators run their vehicles and machinery more efficiently for the past 40 years, thanks to its range of locally produced high performance lubricants and fuel additive chemicals. It was started by Brid Walker, whose career began in the research field, working with CSIRO. However...
Driving in Australian conditions can take its toll on vehicles. Whether it's traveling out in the bush, exploring beaches, or just daily driving, the diverse terrains and environments pose unique challenges. One crucial aspect of vehicle maintenance is ensuring that your vehicle's injectors are operating effectively. Poor injector performance can...
