Don’t get us wrong; conventional motor oil works just fine. Synthetic motor oil, however, has advantages over conventional oil that make it the better choice. Even a synthetic oil blend can protect your engine better than conventional motor oil. Why is that? Fast Lane Automotive explains the benefits of synthetic motor oil below, so keep reading to find out.
Synthetic Motor Oil Basics
The reason synthetic motor oil is called synthetic is that it is manmade. Crafted in laboratories, this motor oil is designed to meet the demands of modern-day drivers. Henry Ford’s Model-T reached a top speed of 45 mph, so you can imagine the stress on the engine was minimal. Today’s automobiles can reach top speeds well over 100 mph, which we don’t recommend you drive but you see our point. Today’s automobile engine needs a lot of protection from heat and friction. Enter synthetic motor oil.
Because it is manmade, synthetic motor oil has uniform molecules that reduce friction better than conventional motor oil. It is designed to clean existing engine deposits and prevent new deposits. It stands up to extreme weather and contains fewer impurities than conventional motor oil, which means it reduces vehicle emissions, boosts fuel economy, protects engines longer, and resists viscosity loss. You can drive more miles between oil changes with synthetic oil because it stands up to engine abuse.
How Many Miles?
Generally, synthetic motor oil should be changed every 7,500 miles instead of every 3,000 miles, which is the recommended mileage duration for conventional motor oil. This being said, it depends on your vehicle, how you drive, and where you drive. For example, some Ford and Toyota models only need their synthetic motor oil changed every 10,000 miles, according to the manufacturer, while BMW boasts some of its models don’t need to have synthetic motor oil changes until you’ve driven 15,000 miles.
To determine how often you need your oil changed, we will consider your manufacturer’s recommendation alongside your daily commute. For example, if you drive quite a bit each day and like to push your vehicle to the limit, you’ll want the added benefits of synthetic motor oil to protect your engine. Depending on how extreme your driving conditions are, we may recommend you change your oil every 7,500 miles even though your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations may be longer.
Fast Lane Automotive in Orlando, FL, is running a special on synthetic motor oil changes right now. Call us at 321-214-7045 to schedule an appointment to take advantage of this special and get a better motor oil in your automobile.
