There are many choices when it comes to picking the best oil for your car’s engine. The first thing you need to know, is the make and model of your vehicle. Newer engines with high performance are being developed to improve efficiency and that means new oil formulations have been developed to accompany and keep up with those developments.
But along with that it’s important to take into consideration what environment you drive in most regularly. Temperature, as well as paved or unpaved roads, place different levels of strain on your engine. So, keep your surrounding conditions in mind before choosing a brand of oil.
Then there’s the type of oil you use, whether mineral or synthetic based that each have their own have pros and cons. The base oil accounts for approximately 80% to 90% of your engine’s oil, so make sure you understand and weigh the benefits of what type of oil you use for your vehicle.
Keep these things in mind when choosing an oil brand for your vehicle.