It's important for your vehicle to undergo regular oil changes, but it can be hard for a car owner to determine what time is the right time to head to Austin's Automotive Specialists for that oil change. The advice you may hear is to have your oil change done once every 3,000 miles. The best advice is to track your mileage and check your vehicle's user manual to see what drain interval is best.
Why Mileage Varies
In the past, every 3,000 miles was the best advice. But now there are more fuel-efficient and better engineered vehicles on the road. Every 5,000 miles may be more acceptable advice. However, in some car manuals you may notice how it says that an oil change is acceptable at 7,500 to 10,000 miles too. This is due to better engines today, and also better engine oils. Today's engine oils may be completely synthetic, or they be of a blend that lasts much longer that conventional oils.
Other Factors Affecting Oil
Besides doing oil changes based on mileage there can be other factors when deciding when to change your oil. This can include how old your car or truck is. It can also depend on make and model of your vehicle. Your driving habits can affect how often you do your oil changes. The types of roads or streets that you drive in Hutto, TX can even affect frequency. One good example is that the Ford Motor Company writes in their user manuals that their newer Ford cars should have an oil change every 7,500 miles, while pre-2007 vehicles should be done more often.
Driving Conditions in Hutto
If you're constantly driving over dusty or bumpy roads in Hutto, TX then your oil may need to be changed more often. Likewise, if you're carrying heavier loads around town.
If you think it's time to bring your car in for an oil change in Hutto, TX then please give us a call at Austin's Automotive Specialists. We'd be happy to do your oil change and provide basic maintenance for your vehicle to get it ready for the great summer ahead.