Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center

828-324-0051

Provider of unparalleled service and top-quality work on all tires and auto repairs.

Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center

828-324-0051

Provider of unparalleled service and top-quality work on all tires and auto repairs.


When Getting an Oil Change, What’s Better-- Regular or Premium Oil?

Posted: Jun 30, 2014
Author: Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center

You’ve all been into an auto shop to get an oil change, and the mechanics take the time to explain that your air filter probably needs to be changed and the manufacturer suggests doing this or that to your vehicle at this mileage, and you shrug it off, saying you’ll get it all done next time without really meaning it. But then the mechanic proceeds to explain to you why it might be a good idea to get the premium oil in your car over the regular standard oil, and you are probably wondering why it matters. Is this a ploy to get your to pay more for your oil change, or will it really make a difference to your car’s performance?

Premium oil is also often referred to as synthetic oil, and many people will tell you it is better for your car. It is made to last longer between oil changes, is thinner, and is more capable of resisting extremes in temperature changes. This also makes it better for cars that often have to start in very cold weather.

However, because the premium oil is more expensive, in the end, you will probably pay the same whether you get more frequent oil changes with the regular oil (or conventional motor oil), or the less frequent oil changes with the premium or synthetic oil. So if you are worried about money, it doesn’t matter which oil you choose, assuming you are punctual about getting oil changes. But if you want the car to last longer and start better in cold weather, most mechanics would recommend the premium oil to allow more time between oil changes and a better oil flow through your car. Some cars even require synthetic oil to be used.

So determine your needs, your vehicle’s needs, and your oil change schedule, and then decide what’s going to work best for you.

 

Time for an oil change in Hickory NC? Visit us at Country Town Tire and Auto Service Center. We are a full-service auto shop with ASE-qualified mechanics. Give us a call today.


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  • Hickory NC, US

    828-324-0051


    85 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd SE Hickory NC 28602 US

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  • Lincolnton NC, US

    704-735-6523


    2661 E Main St Lincolnton NC 28092 US

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    828-430-3505


    1141 N Green St Morganton NC 28655 US

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    828-632-3826


    53 Commercial Park Ave SW Taylorsville NC 28681 US

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