Meyer's Auto Parts: Does Synthetic Oil Live Up to the Hype?
When dealing with your car, you want what’s best—that goes for everything from the auto parts you buy to the type of oil you use.
The question of which type of oil to use is a tough one to answer. Synthetic or conventional? With recent advances in synthetic oil, the answer has gotten easier and easier. This article will explain why going synthetic is the right choice for your car.
- Resistant to breakdown
Synthetic oil retains its high viscosity in both extremely hot and cold weather, whereas the relatively unstable molecules in conventional oil tend to break down. Maintaining viscosity is important for making sure that all parts of your engine stay lubricated.
- Lasts longer
Most synthetic oils last about 2-3 times longer than most conventional oils. This means you’ll only need to change the oil half or one-third as much as you would with conventional oil.
- Better for the environment
Synthetic oil is created in a lab, while conventional oil is made from crude oil, straight from the ground. If you use synthetic oil, then that’s one less need for the increasingly expensive crude oil. Also, since synthetic oil lasts longer, you’ll find that you use less than if you had conventional oil.
If you want tips on which synthetic oil to buy, then let us show you our selection at Meyers Auto Parts. We have all the auto parts you need for your BMW, Mercedes, and Volkswagen, as well as a fine selection for all other imported and domestic vehicles. We’ve been in the business for 25 years, and our experts know all the best auto parts to suit your needs. Contact us today—you’ll be glad you did.
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