Conventional vs Synthetic Oil
When getting your car's oil changed, there are three types of motor oil to consider...
- Conventional
- Synthetic Blend
- Full Synthetic
Conventional motor oil is mined from the ground. Some people attempt to cut costs by using conventional (cheaper) motor oil and changing their oil more often. This isn't necessarily a good plan. Conventional oil doesn't protect your car's engine from contaminants that may build up and damage your engine. Even with frequent oil changes, sludge can build up and clog your engine oil passages and valves that results in a shorter life span for your car's engine.
Fully Synthetic oil is manufactured in a lab using extra refining in its development. Although it preserves your car's engine for a longer period of time and requires fewer oil changes, it can be expensive.
Synthetic Blend motor oil is combination of both. It contains additives which contribute to reducing overall engine wear. Also, the detergents found in the synthetic component of the oil help fight the build up of acids in the engine oil, and help clean carbon and other contaminants. Synthetic blend is a good option for engines that will be seeing heavy duty or extreme conditions.
Synthetic blend motor oil is an excellent choice for those who want the protection of synthetic oil but don't want to spend a large amount of money.
