Car Oil Types

Picking the Right Type of Engine Oil for Your Vehicle

If you want the most of your vehicle, optimal performance starts by selecting the right kind of engine oil for your driving style, vehicle type, and vehicle age. There are many types of motor oil available, but some vehicles require a specific type according to their owner manual. Other cars, like older models, may have needs that only certain types of engine oil can meet. Every vehicle and situation is unique, but our skilled service technicians can help point you in the right direction of the engine oil type that would best benefit your vehicle.

Conventional Motor Oil

This is, perhaps, the type of motor oil most buyers are familiar with. Conventional engine oil is available in an array of viscosity levels and grades. Most vehicles that perform well with this type of motor oil will lay out the requirements for the car in the owner's manual. However, if you no longer have access to this manual or want to discuss specific concerns about your vehicle, our technicians can provide professional advice. Conventional motor oil is known for its affordability and universal use.

High Mileage Motor Oil

Older vehicles or vehicles with excessive mileage have specific needs that high mileage motor oil is formulated to meet. Extra additives in this type of oil help reduce oil-burning and prevent common oil leaks in high mileage vehicles. In a car that has received proper maintenance, high mileage motor oil could extend the life of your powertrain components, too.

Synthetic Blend Engine Oil

Synthetic and conventional oils form the basis of the mixture we refer to as a synthetic blend engine oil. This type of oil is formulated to resist oxidation and provides exceptional properties and low temperatures. Synthetic blend engine oils are known for their affordability and high qualities.

Full Synthetic Engine Oil

Full synthetic engine oil has been chemically engineered to enhance the performance of your vehicle. It performs well at high and low temperatures because it has few impurities and better properties than other engine oil options. The artificial properties of fully synthetic engine oil help keep your engine clean and protected, which is a reassurance many buyers are willing to invest in.

With so many types of available engine oil, you are bound to have questions about which one is the best fit for your vehicle. If you need help deciding, reach out to one of our knowledgeable technicians for professional insight.