Getting a new (or used) vehicle is always exciting! A lot of people think about what rims they want to upgrade to, what essentials they’ll keep in the center counsel, and also if they want to decorate. These are the most entertaining topics to explore, but there are other things you need to consider if you want to make your car last as long as possible. Within the first few months of getting a new car, you’ll have to ask yourself, “What kind of oil does my car take?”
Even though there are a lot of different motor oils to put in a car, there will be a specific kind that you need to use for your vehicle.
What Oil Does My Car Take?
Before you decide that you need to do research on car oil types, there are a few places that you can check that might tell you what kind of oil your car takes. Your user manual, which most people keep in the glove box, should have a section with information on the type of oil for your car and how to change it. You can also call your local dealership and speak to a representative if you can’t find it in your manual.
Additionally, there are online directories that allow you to put the make and model of your car in a search and it will immediately provide you with the name of the oil that you should be using. Easy as pie! Even if you only need one specific type of oil for your car, it may still be useful to know the basics about the different car oil types.
Synthetic Oil for Cars
As you can imagine, synthetic car oil is a substance that is primarily artificially made. Its structure is made to be gentler on the engine and even helps to keep it clean, reduce the number of deposits left behind, and maintain functionality in extreme temperatures. Synthetic oil flows faster than others, which allows a vehicle to use its fuel as efficiently as possible. The types of cars that benefit the most from synthetic car oil types are new, high-performance European vehicles like BMW, Volkswagen, and Audi.
Synthetic-Blend Oil for Cars
A lot of cars take a blend of semi-refined (or synthetic blend) oil for their engine. This mixture is popular with a lot of car owners because they still get those benefits of fully synthetic oil, but cut down the price by mixing it with traditional oil. A synthetic blend oil for your car will still give your engine that added layer of protection, particularly in cold weather. The most common vehicles that typically use synthetic blend motor oils are those with high RPMs, like trucks and vans.
Conventional Oil for Cars
Conventional (also known as “traditional” or “mineral”) oil is the most basic form of engine oil. Made from base oils, it is considered one of the least popular car oil types. Conventional oil creates more emissions, uses more fuel, and requires more frequent changes. One of the few valid arguments in using this type of motor oil is its affordability.
Considering how significant of an investment a vehicle is, you should be putting a lot of thought into the kind of oil you put in your car. AC Transmission is always here to help, whether it be for advice, services, or anything in between. To speak to a member of our team, call (303) 279-7033 today!
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