History of Techron
Since its introduction into gasoline in 1980, Techron technology has become one of the most recognized fuel system detergents in the world. Widely recognized by auto manufacturers for its unsurpassed ability to clean vital engine parts and help improve performance, Techron’s history dates back well before its introduction as a product brand in 1981.
The Emergence of Techron
In 1980, the predecessor to Techron, PRC®, was introduced as the first deposit-control additive manufactured specifically for unleaded fuels, and was added to all of Chevron's unleaded gasolines. It was renamed Techroline in 1985.
By 1995, Chevron advanced the cleaning capability of Techroline significantly, but hadn't publicly announced its 15 years of innovation. Chevron paired the release of "Chevron Cars" – one of the most recognized advertising campaigns in history – with the introduction of Chevron with Techron in 1995.