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Take advantage of the beautiful fall weather to change your oil: not only will you avoid freezing your fingers, but your engine will run more efficiently as it keeps you warm all winter long. Doing your own oil change is easy, so long as you’re prepared and have the right oil change tools on hand. […]
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If you drive a gas-powered or hybrid car, motor oil and oil filter changes are essential to your maintenance routine. To keep things running smoothly, you need to fill your car with the right oil. Let’s go over what choices you have and some tips for picking the right motor oil for your vehicle.
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Changing your engine oil filter is an inexpensive maintenance task that can protect your engine from thousands of dollars of damage. In this blog post, we’ll explain what an engine oil filter does, why it needs to be replaced, what kinds you’ll find on the market, and how to select the right one for your […]
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Did you know that your two-stroke engine’s performance heavily depends on the type of oil you give it? And not just any oil: two-stroke oil. Two-stroke oil, often referred to as 2-stroke, two-cycle, or 2-cycle oil, is a lubricant specifically designed for two-stroke engines. Choosing the right oil can help your engine perform at its […]
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Planning out your automotive maintenance routine? Don’t forget oil changes! Let’s go over some basics about oil changes, including what factors impact how much this service costs.
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Your oil light comes on but you’re in a jam: you don’t have a spare litre in the trunk, and all the gas station has is a faded bottle of 5W30 conventional when what you need is 5W20. Do you run low or can you mix that old 5W30 motor oil with your synthetic oil? […]
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It used to be that you changed the motor oil in your car or truck every 5,000 km and that was it. If you couldn’t remember when it was due, there was a little sticker on your windshield that served as a reminder. Modern cars and modern oil mean that the days of 5,000 km […]
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A vehicle’s fluids, including its engine oil, are crucial to its overall health. If you don’t check and change them often enough, your vehicle is at risk of serious damage. In this article, we go over the most common types of engine oil, how to choose the right oil for your needs, how long engine […]
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Changing your engine’s oil and oil filter is essential to protecting your engine. An old or clogged oil filter will cause your engine to sputter, and without clean oil, the engine will eventually fail. If you follow these tips and steps to do an oil change, you can improve your DIY skills and save money […]
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Motor oil is essential to the overall health and functionality of your car. This makes picking the right oil extremely important. Let’s go over how engine oils are classified, the difference between conventional and synthetic oils, and whether it’s safe to mix oils.
