Category Archives: Oil Change

Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil

If you’re a quart low, there isn’t enough oil to lubricate your engine properly. The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy. Continue reading

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The Harm In Skipping An Oil Change

You’ve been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you’re wondering: What are the key issues? Continue reading

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Synthetic Oil

Synthetic doesn’t gel or gum-up like petroleum based oil and it doesn’t vaporize as easily. It protects better in severe driving conditions like stop and go driving as well as in very hot or very cold conditions. Continue reading

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Risk of Extended Oil Change Intervals

You’ve probably heard the old rule of thumb: Change your oil every 3,000 miles/ 5,000 kilometers or 3 months, whichever comes first. But some car manufacturers have introduced extended oil change intervals. Continue reading

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Proper Fluids for Your Vehicle

The do-it-yourselfer has to be pretty careful so that they do not actually harm their vehicle with the wrong type of fluid. That is why so many rely on the advice of their service consultant to suggest the formulation that is best for their car and the way they drive. Continue reading

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