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What is the Difference Between A Conventional, Semi-Synthetic, and Synthetic Oil Change?

What is the Difference Between A Conventional, Semi-Synthetic, and Synthetic Oil Change?

Getting to know the different types of engine oils and what they can do is one of the first steps needed prior to an oil change. Plus, knowing the type of car you drive, its age, and the amount of driving you do in a given time frame should be sufficient to give you a good start. Thankfully, there are many types from which to choose, and reviewing them with your mechanic at your next appointment is a must. Pure synthetic oils are best suited for those who drive longer distances and live in areas with harsher climates. It can protect your engine from freezing while helping your car give you the optimal performance you deserve. Plus, it's so refined with excellent additives that it can clear out the sludge from your engine and give your vehicle a much greater lifespan than average. It even helps with delivery vehicles that carry heavy loads for longer distances by providing greater friction while driving. Semi-synthetic is a hybrid of pure synthetic and mineral oils, which are some ... read more

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