Depending on the year, make, & model of your vehicle, the manufacturer may recommend oil changes as often as every 3,000 miles, but many will recommend a longer interval due to advancements in oil chemistry and vehicle technology.

In many cases, you may only need an oil change every 5,000 – 8,000 miles. For more accurate oil change intervals recommended by your vehicle’s manufacturer, feel free to ask our staff at the time of your oil change service or check your owner’s manual.

Frequently driving beyond the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended mileage interval between oil changes will shorten the life of your engine. Neglecting oil changes entirely can lead to engine failure, as engine components will wear out without the lubrication and heat transferring properties offered by fresh engine oil.

There are 3 primary types of engine oil: conventional, synthetic-blend, or full synthetic.

Conventional oil, adequate for most vehicles, offers some protection against deposit build up and viscosity break down.

Synthetic-blend (or high-mileage) oil contains a blend of conventional and synthetic oils chemically engineered to extract more impurities than a conventional oil alone.

Full synthetic oil is considered by many to be the best type of oil to put in your vehicle. Many synthetic oils feature superior cleansing properties which help keep your engine cleaner.