Understanding the importance of regular oil changes
Though it can be easily overlooked, regular oil changes are one of the most important maintenance items to consider as part of a regular service schedule. Not to mention, having your car’s oil changed frequently can yield significant benefits for the engine.
After all, choosing the right oil for your vehicle is essential in helping to minimise engine wear. Engine oils have a number of different purposes, such as cooling lubricated parts, protecting against corrosion, maintaining the cleanliness of engine parts and the engine oil itself, along with helping to prevent and remove the formation of deposits, debris and contaminants.
How often should I have my car’s oil changed?
It’s equally as important to have your vehicle’s oil changed in line with the manufacturer's recommended intervals. Things have changed in recent years, as it used to be normal to change your oil every 3,000 miles. Today, thanks to modern lubricants, most engines have recommended oil change intervals between 5,000 and 10,000 miles. Better still, for cars using full-synthetic oil, it’s not uncommon to go as far as 15,000 miles between oil services.
Regular oil changes not only help to maintain the oil's effectiveness, but they also promote smooth and efficient engine performance. Over time, changing oil at the recommended intervals can help to reduce the risk of damage and costly repairs.
What exactly are the benefits of regular oil changes?
As we’ve touched on briefly already, there is a long list of benefits that regular oil changes are intended to provide. In summary:
- Improved performance and fuel efficiency
- Improved engine cleanliness and increased engine lifespan
- Prevention of corrosion
- Prevention of harmful deposit, debris and contaminant build-up
- Engine component protection
- Cost savings over time
Which oil should I use for my vehicle?
Luckily, Texaco’s Havoline® range has got you covered. For over 100 years, Havoline engine oils have been trusted by customers around the world to deliver the very best in engine performance and protection, from within all kinds of motorsport to the rigours of everyday driving.
Our Product Selector is a quick and easy way to find the right oil for your vehicle. Simply enter your registration plate or manually filter by make, model and type to find the product that meets your vehicle's specific requirements.
Whether you're searching for synthetic blends or full synthetic engine oils, transmission fluids, gear oils, greases, or antifreeze/coolants, our tool guides you to the most suitable options for your car.
Click here to find out more about the Texaco Havoline Range, and always refer to your vehicle’s manual regarding recommended lubricants.
