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A car's engine oil dipstick. With warm weather upon us, now is the perfect time to go on a road trip. Here are some things you can do before, during and after the trip.

Posted May 31, 2019 Know How

How To Prepare Your Car For A Road Trip

Planning to go on a road trip? Wondering how to prepare your car for a road trip? Here are things you can do before, during and after a journey.

An engine oil filter. If you've ever wondered what you need to change your car's engine oil, here are the essentials.

Posted April 26, 2019 Featured

Changing Your Oil: The Essentials

Changing your oil regularly is the cornerstone of good car maintenance. It’s not the cleanest job, but just about anyone can do it. So read up on some tips and tricks to make the job easier, then gather the following tools and supplies and get to it.

A car engine's oil filter. Usually, when you complete an oil change, you're supposed to change the oil filter and put new oil in the engine. Can you just replace your car's oil filter without changing the oil? Here's why it's not advisable.

Posted April 10, 2019 Maintenance

Replacing an Oil Filter By Itself: Should I?

Replacing an oil filter and oil is an important part of maintenance, but can you replace the filter alone? Read more to find out.

Oil being poured into a car's engine. Ever wondered what an engine oil flush is? It's a product that helps get harmful chemicals out of your engine, and it's a way to get your vehicle healthy again.

Posted March 27, 2019 Know How

What Is an Oil Flush? Are They Necessary?

Don’t feel bad if you’re asking, “What is an oil flush?” Not every car needs one, but an oil flush cleanses your engine of sludge and contaminants.

Posted March 21, 2019 Know How

How Many Miles Can an Oil Filter Last?

Here’s a question: How many miles can an oil filter last? You’ll probably get some different answers, but here’s why you shouldn’t wait to find out.

Posted March 15, 2019 Know How

What Causes Oil Filter Collapse?

What happen when a spin-on filter is removed from service and upon inspection it is noted that the filter has collapsed in on itself. Why? What has caused this condition? What … Continue Reading What Causes Oil Filter Collapse?

Posted February 26, 2019 Know How

How Often Should You Change Your Oil Filter?

How often should you change your oil filter? The answer is every time you change your engine oil. Here’s why.

A pan waits to receive engine oil during a change.

Posted December 3, 2018 Featured

5 Common Oil Change Questions Answered

Engines have evolved — they need less maintenance, produce more power and require less fuel. With a reduced maintenance regime, oil change services become even more important. Here are five common questions regarding engine oil change services.

A vintage Corvette with original V8 engine that was regularly maintained.

Posted November 24, 2018 Maintenance

What Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow?

Following a set car maintenance schedule is a major aspect of owning a vehicle. Here’s how to know if you should follow a time or mileage-based system.

Fully synthetic motorcycle engine oil provides optimum performance and protection.

Posted October 21, 2018 Maintenance

What Motorcycle Engine Oil Is Right for My Bike?

There are three types of engine oil: mineral, semi-synthetic and fully synthetic. Which motorcycle engine oil is the best for your bike?