{"id":63679,"date":"2023-09-10T21:02:23","date_gmt":"2023-09-10T20:02:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carmart.africa\/blog\/?p=63679"},"modified":"2023-09-10T21:02:23","modified_gmt":"2023-09-10T20:02:23","slug":"main-reasons-why-cars-require-regular-oil-changes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carlots.ng\/motoring\/main-reasons-why-cars-require-regular-oil-changes\/","title":{"rendered":"Main Reasons Why Cars Require Regular Oil Changes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The warning on your\u00a0dash lights<\/a>\u00a0up, letting you know it\u2019s time for an\u00a0oil change<\/a>. We know that we need to have our cars serviced regularly so that they stay in good, running condition, but chances are you don\u2019t follow these instructions regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having an oil change is the most standard part of car maintenance<\/a>, but why do our cars actually need oil changes all the time? Why can\u2019t a vehicle use one oil for over a year or more?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we discuss why oil changing is important to a vehicle\u2019s health and performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Changing Car Engine Oil <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most oil changes can be done at home unless you drive luxury cars like the Bugatti or even the Rolls-Royce or Lamborghini. If you\u2019ve ever done an oil change yourself, you\u2019ve seen firsthand the difference between used motor oil and brand-new motor oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Motor oil helps to keep the internal components of your engine lubricated. When the internals are well-lubricated, the friction created is reduced significantly. This keeps the engine running in good condition. The ability of the engine oil to continue lubricating the internals degrades over time, which is why we need to change it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Often Should I Change My Car Oil?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a lot of recommended intervals for having an oil change. If you look up the general recommendations, you probably find something that says you should have your car\u2019s oil changed every 5,000 to 7,500, at least. This number is just a general average, which means your car could need service sooner or later than that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best way to ensure your motor\u2019s health is to follow your specific car\u2019s recommended service intervals. When you buy a car, you can usually find an Owner\u2019s Manual in the glovebox. In these manuals, you can find the recommended service interval for your car. If you don\u2019t have a manual, you can always contact the dealership for advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Happens If I Don\u2019t Change Car Oil Regularly?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes taking our car in for servicing isn\u2019t always convenient. If we don\u2019t plan ahead, we can find ourselves running over our mileage for the car\u2019s recommended service interval. The oil in your engine, however, is quite crucial. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t change your oil out for a few thousand extra miles, chances are you\u2019ll be fine. However, skipping an oil change for tens of thousands of miles could do catastrophic damage to your engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n