Shell Helix Portfolio Refresh: Introducing Shell Helix Extra

Shell Helix Portfolio Refresh. Introducing the New Shell Helix Extra Range

Shell has announced a refresh of the Shell Helix passenger car motor oil portfolio, introducing the new Shell Helix Extra range alongside an updated brand identity and clearer product positioning for workshops and service centres.

The refreshed portfolio has been designed to make product selection simpler while supporting the needs of modern workshops servicing a wide range of vehicles. The new Shell Helix Extra range will replace the current Shell Helix HX8 range, with several existing Ultra Professional grades transitioning to Extra Professional equivalents.

Developed for vehicles four years and older, Shell Helix Extra is positioned as the “Workshop Preferred Lubricant”, delivering reliable performance for the cars most commonly seen in independent workshops and fast-fit environments. The range uses Shell Anti-Friction Technology, helping reduce friction and improve efficiency while maintaining strong engine protection.

Testing shows the formulation can deliver up to 1.8% improved fuel economy, up to 50% greater engine protection, and up to 70% faster protection during engine start-up, supporting engine performance across a variety of driving conditions.

The wider Shell Helix portfolio will continue to cover different vehicle age profiles:

• Shell Helix Ultra – fully synthetic oils designed for newer vehicles and the latest engine technologies
• Shell Helix Extra – fully synthetic oils designed for vehicles 4+ years old
• Shell Helix HX ranges – semi-synthetic and mineral oils supporting older vehicles in the car parc

While the product names are changing as part of the refresh, the trusted OEM approvals and product quality remain the same, ensuring a smooth transition for workshops and service providers.

The new Shell Helix Extra products will begin appearing in the market from April 2026, with updates also reflected within Shell’s LubeMatch oil recommendation tool to support product selection.

For more information about the updated Shell Helix range or to discuss the transition with your existing lubricant supply, please contact the Certas Lubricant Solutions team.