Consumer Reports presents the advantages and downsides of using synthetic oil in your car, and why you might want to consider ...

Can you use synthetic motor oil in old cars? Can synthetic oils cause leaks in old cars and engines? Where did the idea originate that synthetic oils are not compatible with old engines? If your car ...

Synthetic motor oil offers many advantages over conventional engine oil. Synthetics resist chemical degradation far better than traditional oils, and they typically have a higher viscosity index that ...

It doesn't matter if you have a hybrid or conventional gas-powered car, a good motor oil can make the difference between a long-lasting engine and a sputtery ride. Here's what you should look for when ...

Changing your own oil, while simple in principle, is often a rather deceptively nuanced task in one key area: selecting which oil is best for your vehicle. For instance, there's a huge variety of ...

CR shares five things to know about oil changes for your car, including when and how often to change the motor oil and ...

Conventional motor oil or synthetic motor oil? That is the question when getting an oil change, and it's an important one. Both are designed to help keep your engine and its various components ...

For years, drivers were told that they needed to change their car's oil every 3,000 miles. But as engines have grown more efficient and oil formulas have improved, that rule of thumb is no longer a ...

My Audi requires 5W-40 oil. I use Mobil 1, full synthetic. I have some 0W-40 left over from a previous vehicle. If I mix equal parts of 0W-40 and 10W-40, will that make 5W-40? — Ralph Probably. I ...

My apartment is surrounded by pine trees. The pine sap is a nuisance. Any suggestions on removing the pine sap without damaging the paint?