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Just as cars have changed over the years the oil we put in them has changed. However, there are two myths about changing oil that have persisted, fueled in large part by the oil industry itself.

Myth Number One

The first myth is that you should change your vehicle’s oil every 3,000 miles.

Myth Number Two

The second myth is that you should change your oil when it gets dark-colored. Modern oil does get dark over time because the detergents it contains are designed to suspend soot particles and keep them from becoming sludge. (Sludge build-up used to be a common problem in cars that used nondetergent oil.) If you look at your oil at 3,000 miles, you’ll see that it has become darker, but that oil will still work perfectly fine for lubricating and cleaning your engine for another 4,500 miles under normal driving conditions. Continue reading ‘Two Big Myths About Changing Your Car's Oil’ »

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