You don't want to wait too long between oil changes, a necessary part of owning a car. You or a shop can do this basic task, but waiting too long may cause issues as well as bring you to a mechanic for a problem. There are several good reasons for changing your oil regularly.

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Your car will be more environmentally friendly. Noxious emissions are reduced when oil is clean with regular changes. Fresh oil does not burn the same as old oil; changing it will allow you to do a small task for the environment.

Engine performance is enhanced with fresh oil. With many moving parts to an engine, friction and heat are reduced with cleaner oil. Dirt and debris, which cause an engine to work slower, are removed; this gives better performance as well as a less likely chance that the engine will wear down and cease working.

Need better mileage? Changing your oil will show results in your wallet, as you will be spending less money on fuel. Often, better mileage is not considered when the need for an oil change occurs. Old oil can cause more friction to the engine, slowing it down, making you visit the gas station more frequently.

If you want your car to last longer with less issues, changing the oil is a must. The previous recommendation for cars was every 3,000 miles. With more modern lubricants, the recommendation today is every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. The recommendation by your car's manufacturer can be your guide. Driving in severe conditions may affect the interval between changes.

New vehicles may have these changes included, and some new cars may have built-in oil-life monitors that tell you when it is time to change the oil. This is not the same as the light that comes on when starting the car; the red oil pressure light that comes on while driving means that you are out of oil and should stop the car immediately.

If you do your own change of oil, you can recycle. Many oil change businesses and auto parts stores will take the used oil without a charge. If you have an oil-change shop do the job, they will recycle.

Regular oil changes are good for your car, the environment and your wallet. Being smart means doing this vehicle essential.