You can count on Moose Jaw Truck Shop to change the oil in your automobile when it needs it. This includes any vehicle from a compact car to a semi. Generally, the oil should be changed every 4,800 kilometres. If you use synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, the oil should be changed every 8,000 kilometres. As you already know, there are different types of motor oil on the market from which drivers can choose. We are going to list the four motor oil types below for your information.
Conventional
Conventional oil has been around for over 100 years, and this is one reason why this oil is extremely popular. Over a century of use has proven that this oil is extremely effective in protecting standard engines, keeping them lubricated, reducing their heat, and keeping them clean. Depending on the type of vehicle that you drive, you can use conventional oil and save some money. Conventional oil is less expensive than synthetic oil. This is also one reason why it is so popular.
High-Mileage
Once your vehicle has turned 120,000 kilometres on the odometer, it is an excellent idea to switch from conventional to high-mileage motor oil. This motor oil has a conventional base that includes additives to help prevent the engine from developing an oil leak. Oil leaks are common problems with older engines. You want to avoid spraining an oil leak because reduced oil circulating through the engine can damage it severely. High-mileage motor oil protects older engines better.
Synthetic
Synthetic motor oil is all the rage today. This motor oil is actually manufactured in laboratories throughout the world and contains additives that help it retain its viscosity longer. This is why you can wait until 8,000 kilometres to have the synthetic motor oil changed. Synthetic is designed for high-performance engines that need the added protection it provides. These engines tend to run hotter and synthetic motor oil stands up to the heat better than conventional oil.
Synthetic Blend
Your vehicle’s owner’s manual will tell you if the engine requires synthetic motor oil. Even if it doesn’t, you can still use this motor oil in the winter to protect your engine against the Moose Jaw freezing temperatures. For those who do not want to pay the price for synthetic oil, there is a synthetic blend on the market that combines some of the benefits of synthetic oil with conventional. Naturally, this motor oil has a price point between the two types of oils.
Moose Jaw Truck Shop in Moose Jaw, SK, can help you determine the best motor oil for your automobile. Ring us up today to set up a service appointment.
