How Often Should Your Oil Change?

The Oil Companies Advice Needs to Be Changed

“Change your car’s engine oil every three months, or 3,000 miles.”

You know you need to change your car's oil at some point, but how often? At one time, 3,000 miles was standard auto advice. That same advice now feels as outdated as car cassette players and road atlases in your glove compartment.

Many cars today can drive 5,000, 7,500 and even 10,000 miles between oil changes.

The biggest reason is due to the changes in engine design and manufacturing that has led to needing better-quality oils. Most of today's cars are designed to use either a full synthetic or a synthetic blend oil, which lasts longer before viscosity breakdown.

When Your Vehicle Is in Warranty

When a vehicle is new, the answer is simple: If you don't want to void your powertrain warranty, follow the oil type, mileage, and time recommendations in the owner's manual. (Lost your owner's manual? It's likely available online.) In most cases, you'll be taking your vehicle to the dealer for required inspections and maintenance, and oil changes will be included in that regime.

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