Where our Story Began
After being introduced to Al Amatuzio, President of AMSOIL and inventor of the first API certified synthetic motor oil, Bill Multanen foresaw the potential of synthetic motor oil. In the summer of 1976, Multanen began selling Amsoil, in Los Angeles County, with a vision of providing a superior alternative to current petro- leum oils.
In the early years as an AMSOIL Owner Operator, Multanen spent many weekends with his wife, Jackie, and daughters, Tuija and Pirkko, traveling the Pacific coast promoting their product line. Fast-forward 39 years and the business is still family owned by Tuija and husband Michael. In 2011, the duo named the company, Pacific Synthetic Oil and Lube, and relocated the business to Michael’s hometown of Portland, Oregon where the company has continued a steady growth and expanded their industry reach. Currently they serve a variety of customers ranging from auto repair shops and trucking companies to commercial contractors and fabrication shops.
Pacific Synthetic Oil and Lube distribution center is a proud member of the Oregon Auto Dealers Association and has enjoyed supporting such events as the 80th Annual OADA Convention and 2015 Portland International Auto Show.
We knew the reliability and superiority of AMSOIL, so we knew that we'd be in good hands as a distribution center. Boy, did we make a good call! We've been soaring high ever since, and we show no signs of slowing down. Quite the contrary, in fact! The synthetic market is starting to really take off, so now is the best time to get involved!
We work with a lot of companies, stores, distribution center and individuals who are looking for the best motor oils. We're able to ship our products nationwide, and we've got the lowest prices in the country!
HISTORY
Pacific Synthetic Oil and Lube
After being introduced to Al Amatuzio, President of Amsoil and inventor of the first API certified synthetic motor oil; Bill Multanen foresaw the future of synthetic motor oil distribution centers. In the summer of 1976, Multanen began selling the product, in Los Angeles County, with a vision of providing a superior alternative to current petroleum oils. In the early years, Multanen spent many weekends with his wife, Jackie and daughter’s, Tuija and Pirkko, traveling the state of California promoting Amsoil. Fast-forward 41 years and the business is still family owned by Tuija and husband Michael. In 2011, the duo brought their vision of the distribution center business to Michael’s hometown of Portland, Oregon taking on the name Pacific Synthetic Oil and Lube and has continued a steady growth and expanded their industry reach. Currently they serve a variety of customers ranging from Auto Repair Shops, Motorsports, Dealerships, Trucking Companies and Commercial Contractors to Fabrication Shops. Pacific Synthetic Oil and Lube is a proud supporter of children, sponsoring the (PQMRA) Portland Quarter Midgets Racing Association and (BACA) Bikers Against Child Abuse. Pacific Synthetic Oil and Lube is proud supporter of the Portland Roadster Show 2014 through 2017. We have been proud Associate Member of the Oregon Auto Dealers Association From 2015 – 2017 and have enjoyed sponsoring such events as the 80th Annual OADA Convention and the Race Garage at the Portland International Auto Show 2015 – 2017. Portland Quarter Midget Racing Association and Dash For Kids 2016 to present.
AMSOIL
HISTORY
As a jet fighter squadron commander, Lieutenant Colonel Albert J. Amatuzio had opportunity to witness synthetic lubricants in action. These oils are used exclusively in jet engines because of their extraordinary ability to reduce friction and wear on engine components, function dependably at severe temperature extremes and withstand rigorous and lengthy engine operation without chemical breakdown.
Recognizing these same benefits would prove invaluable in combustion engines. Amatuzio began conducting serious research in the early 1960s. He soon developed and sold commercially available synthetic oils under a variety of names. The true milestone came in 1972 when AMSOIL became the first synthetic motor oil in the world to meet American Petroleum Institute service requirements. It set all-new standards for motor oil quality and outperformed conventional petroleum motor oils on all counts. It was clear from the start this innovative product would play a major role in redefining the performance capabilities of modern machinery and engines.
Today, virtually every other motor oil manufacturer has recognized the superiority of synthetic lubricants and has followed the AMSOIL distribution center lead with introductions of synthetic motor oils of their own. Accept no substitutes – AMSOIL is The First in Synthetics®.
