Find out if you should be using conventional or synthetic oil in your car.
Before synthetic oil was created, people argued about which brand and weight of oil to choose. Now that synthetic oil is also available, you have even more options to sort through to discover which type of oil truly is best for your engine. In order to make the best decision, it is important to know the difference between synthetic and conventional oil before you get your next Tucson oil change.
Conventional oil is rated according to an SAE system. This system allows you to determine the type of oil you will need to use based on the environmental conditions where you live and drive. For instance, a type of conventional oil may be listed as 10W30. The number before the W indicated the viscosity of the oil. The lower the number, the better it is for colder temperatures and the higher the number is, the better it is for hotter temperatures.
Synthetic oil was initially made for military jets and vehicles and was designed to not break down as quickly. Also, it is made to withstand all temperature extremes, both hot and cold. Synthetic oil also has more additives that are meant to protect your engine for a longer amount of time before you have to change it. So, if you drive in extreme conditions, it may be best to use synthetic oil.
Another factor you must consider when choosing is the cost. Synthetic oil can cost up to three or four times as much as conventional oil. However, unlike conventional oil, you can go far longer without an oil change as long as you are changing your oil filter regularly. Remember though, that just because you do not have to have your oil changed as often does not mean you do not need to have to rest of your car checked and maintained regularly.
With regular, everyday driving in average conditions, conventional oil may be best for you. However, if you drive in extreme conditions, be it weather, a lot of short driving (2-20 miles) daily, or any other cause, synthetic may be the best decision for you. Talk with your car maintenance specialists before your next Phoenix oil change if you are still unsure and they will help you determine the best option for you and your car.
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