Posted on 1/30/2023
More than half of vehicles on the road today utilize synthetic motor oil. So, does that make synthetic oil better for your car and its engine? Also, why are some people still using the traditional lubricant? Some people are used to one thing and find it hard to make little changes to their car. Today, we will talk about the different types of oil and whether it is safe to switch from one to the other. Conventional oil is a product of crude oil that is refined to use in vehicles. Synthetic oil, on the other hand, is created in a lab. Because it is engineered, synthetic oil is more consistent in formula and has additives. Both motor oil can minimize the wear and tear on your engine components. Synthetic oil is thinner and can somewhat protect the engine better. It has additives that offer benefits, including: Less evaporation Better fuel economy Sludge resistant Reduced oxidation Perform better in cold weather A major setback of a conventional oil is its track record of thic ... read more