# What Is Oil Shearing And How Does It Affect Your Engine?

> The engine oil coursing through your car is so much more than just a lubricant for its moving parts. Engine oil protects the components under the hood, helps dissipate heat, and works to keep your engine running…

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1908095/oil-shearing-what-is-it-effects-on-engine/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68730009ff623f4fd4d64fd6)
- **Published:** 2025-07-13
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #engine #shearing #affect #does #heat #through #under #break
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