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How Often Should I Change Synthetic Oil?

Under “normal” driving conditions, synthetic oil can go 10,000 to 15,000 miles, or six to 12 months, between changes. Follow ...
The Drive

Synthetic vs Conventional Oil: Everything You Want and Need to Know

There’s no NASCAR, 1967 Ferrari F312, Porsche 911, or even your daily driver Hyundai Sonata without oil. Whether conventional or synthetic, engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle. Back to oil, ...
CNET

Best Engine Oil for 2022

Choosing the right motor oil is paramount to car maintenance. It's not a particularly exciting task, whether shopping for or changing your oil, but if you don't pay the proper attention, then you aren ...
Motor Trend

Synthetic Motor Oil - Do Synthetic Oils Really Work?

Synthetic engine oil typically costs 2 to 4 times as much as conventional mineral oil, but it is definitely cheaper than an engine or a vehicle. The US military exclusively uses synthetic oil in all ...
The Providence Journal

Is synthetic oil OK to use in small engines such as generators? | Car Doctor

Q: Synthetic oil seems to be the best choice of oil to use in a car today instead of conventional oil. Is synthetic oil OK to use in small engines such as generators, snow blowers and other ...
CNET

The Best Motor Oil for Your Hybrid or Combustion Car in 2025

It doesn't matter if you have a hybrid or conventional gas-powered car, a good motor oil can make the difference between a long-lasting engine and a sputtery ride. Here's what you should look for when ...
Hackaday

Big Chemistry: Synthetic Oil

For as long as I’ve been driving, I’ve been changing oil. Longer than that, actually — before I even got my license, I did a lot of the maintenance and repair work on the family car. It seemed natural ...
TwistedSifter on MSN

Walmart Shopper Said They Sell Mostly Synthetic Motor Oil Now

How hard is it to find a bottle of regular motor oil these days? Well, according to a TikTokker named Dave, it’s pretty tough ...
Motor Trend

To an engine, oil is life, so you need the right info if it’s going to survive the long haul

To your engine, oil is what keeps all the various parts working together in harmony. Nothing is more important that feeding your engine with the right lubricants. Your Chevy doesn’t have to be a lost ...
The Providence Journal

Should I change to synthetic motor oil in 1994 Celica? | Car Doctor

Q: I have a 1994 Toyota Celica and have always used conventional oil. Should/can I change to synthetic? Can I mix the two? Car Doctor: How to spot a 'flood' car before you buy Car Doctor: Can you give ...
SlashGear

Can You Use Synthetic Motor Oil In A Classic Car? (And Should You?)

Classic car owners are often quite devoted to their vehicles. Between the substantial investment (classic cars can be expensive to buy and maintain), sentimental value, and fun factor, most ...