Driven HP-X 5W-50 is a full synthetic motor oil formulated for modern factory high-performance engines with direct or indirect injection. It provides LSPI protection for performance daily driving and track-day motorsports, along with extreme heat tolerance suited to turbocharged engines. Driven positions the HP-X line for high-performance street and track service rather than full race-only duty.
Specifications:
- Brand: Driven Racing Oil
- Product line: HP-X
- Oil type: Full synthetic
- Viscosity grade: 5W-50
- Volume: Case of twelve 1-quart (946 mL) bottles
- Part number: 17506-12
Applications:
- High-performance street and daily driving
- Track-day and intermittent motorsports use
- Factory engines with direct or indirect fuel injection
- Turbocharged high-performance engines
- Suitable for use but not licensed or certified to API or OEM specifications; correct viscosity must be used
FAQ
What is Driven HP-X 5W-50 used for?
HP-X 5W-50 is a full synthetic motor oil for modern factory high-performance engines with direct or indirect injection. Driven formulates it for performance daily driving and track-day motorsports.
Is HP-X 5W-50 safe for turbocharged engines?
Yes. Driven lists extreme heat tolerance for turbocharged engines as a design feature of HP-X, and the full synthetic base provides heat and oxidation protection.
Does HP-X 5W-50 carry API or OEM certification?
No. Driven states HP-X is suitable for use but not licensed to the listed API and OEM specifications. The correct viscosity should always be selected for the application.
What does LSPI protection mean on HP-X?
LSPI stands for low-speed pre-ignition, an abnormal combustion event in modern turbocharged direct-injection engines. Driven formulates HP-X to help protect against it during performance daily driving and track use.
