How Often Should You Change Your Oil?

Your vehicle is a complex piece of machinery, and routine maintenance is necessary from time to time to ensure that each component is performing as it should. Routine oil changes are just one of these important tasks. How often should you change your oil? Most new models require an oil change every 7,500 and 10,000 miles. We highly recommend consulting your owner’s manual to see if there are specific requirements for your particular make and model.

Recommended Oil Change Frequency 

How often should you change your oil? While the general rule of thumb mentioned above should suffice for many newer models, some cars may require an oil change more often. If you drive an older vehicle or any of the driving habits below apply to you, your vehicle will likely need an oil change more often than every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. 

• Off-roading
• Commercial use
• Racing
• Heavy towing

Additional Oil Change Tips

What else should you know about regular oil changes? 

• What type of oil does your vehicle need? You can find this information in your owner’s manual. Be sure to find out whether your car requires conventional or synthetic oil before bringing it in for an oil change. While synthetic oil is a bit more costly, it does last longer. 
• Even if you do not drive your vehicle on a regular basis, it will still need an oil change at least twice a year. Oil still breaks down over time regardless of how often you drive. 
• At the time of your next oil change, the oil filter should also be replaced. 
• Check your oil on a monthly basis to make sure there is enough oil and that it has the proper appearance. Changes in color and texture could indicate issues that need to be addressed. 

Holman is Always at Your Service

Our locations across the country are ready to take care of your next oil change, or any vehicle maintenance task for that matter. Contact us today for more information. We are dedicated to keeping your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently for many years to come.