In the simplest terms, yes, as noted by Valvoine leaking or spilled engine oil can start a fire if it gets hot enough ... it up quickly using a citrus- or water-based degreaser before rinsing ...

A massive oil tanker on fire ... to douse the blaze with water cannon and helicopter drops. One Filipino crew member died in an engine room explosion that sparked the fire, the Sri Lankan navy ...

GM is recalling 1.4 million older vehicles with its 3.8-liter V6 because oil can leak and cause a fire. The company has had campaigns for this issue before, and there are 1,345 reports of blazes ...