Posts Tagged: high mileage oil
Are Oil Additives Worth It? The Truth Every Car Owner Needs
Why Most Additives Are Marketing Hype Quick Summary Most oil additives and motor oil additives are unnecessary for modern engines because today’s motor oils are already highly engineered with complete additive packages. Some oil additives can provide limited benefits in very specific situations—such as high-mileage engines or temporary noise reduction. But others are at best redundant and at worst harmful. The wrong motor oil additives can disrupt the carefully balanced chemistry of engine oil, leading to sludge, seal damage, or reduced lubrication performance. Bottom line: Use quality oil and change … Read More
Choosing the Best Oil for a High Mileage Engine
Learn about the oil needs of a high-mileage engine As vehicles age and accumulate miles, their engines show wear and tear signs. High-mileage engines, typically those with over 75,000 miles, require special attention to maintain performance, reduce wear, and prevent leaks. One of the most effective ways to care for an aging engine is using the right motor oil. This article delves into the best oils for high-mileage engines, explains the benefits, and debunks some myths surrounding the right oils for these engines. What high-mileage engines need • Seal conditioners— … Read More
High mileage oil versus conventional oil
Should you use high mileage oil versus conventional oil What is high mileage oil? High mileage oil contains more of the additives an older engine needs. I have interview the tribologists at Valvoline and can speak to what Valvoline high mileage oil contains. But I am not privy to what other high mileage oil brands contain. Specifically, high mileage oil contains more of these additives Valvoline High Mileage oil contains more detergent Older engines generally have more blowby and that blowby contains more fuel and exhaust contaminants that can form … Read More