Changing your own oil can save money and prevent unnecessary upselling. Check your oil level and type before starting the process, using your owner's manual or online resources. Gather the necessary ...

For most vehicle owners, oil changes are treated as a routine maintenance task, whether they’re done at home or at an oil change shop. But according to an auto expert, one oil change mistake can cause ...

Oil change advice has not kept pace with how quickly engines and lubricants have evolved, and outdated rules of thumb can quietly cost drivers money or shorten engine life. I want to cut through the ...

Keeping up with oil changes is one of the simplest yet most crucial ways to extend your truck's life. Diesel engines, especially in hard-working semi-trucks, deal with massive loads and long hauls, so ...

Engine oil is the unsung hero that is under your hood, silently performing its magic to make your car go. We tend to assume it is a normal fluid, and we can just get it, it is cheap, just like any ...

I might be in the minority of car owners, but I actually enjoy changing my oil. My local big box store has bargain prices for jugs of long-lasting full-synthetic oil and carries OEM filters, so I can ...