TOTAL

TotalEnergies is a French energy company founded in 1924. It specializes in the production of lubricants and technical fluids for engines and transmissions. Products are developed for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and industrial equipment. The company owns its own research centers for testing oil viscosity characteristics. It is an independent manufacturer and is not part of any other automotive group.

Country

France

Brand History

1924: Founding of the company under the name Compagnie Française des Pétroles. 1954: Market entry under the Total brand. 1999: Merger with Petrofina. 2003: Integration with Elf Aquitaine. 2021: Rebranding to TotalEnergies to reflect the energy transition strategy.

Key OEM Customers

PSA Group (Peugeot, Citroen, DS), Renault, Kia, Hyundai, Mazda

Type

Manufacturer/OEM Supplier

Ecology

The company implements lubricant production technologies using renewable components and develops products to reduce CO2 emissions by minimizing engine friction.

Brand Authentication

The verification system is based on a unique QR code on the label, which leads to the official portal for authenticity confirmation. The batch code is applied via inkjet printer and consists of 10-12 characters, including the date and plant code.

Certificates

ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001