How is synthetic oil better than conventional oil?

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Benefits of using synthetic oil in your used vehicle 

As we’re sure you already know, your engine is only able to run at peak efficiency and performance when you have the right type of oil inside. There are plenty of fantastic oil manufacturers out there today, including Quaker State, Pennzoil, Mobil and more, and they each offer synthetic and conventional lubrication for your specific make and model. Throughout recent years, however, many consumers have switched to this new type of oil, and for a good reason. There are plenty of benefits of using synthetic oil in your used vehicle, and we’ll tell you all about them today!  

Difference between synthetic and conventional oil structure 

Don’t get us wrong, conventional oils are perfectly fine to use in your engine; both them and synthetic blends are drilled from the ground and refined to give your motor the lubrication it needs to operate. However, synthetic oils take this one step further, by purifying and isolating key molecular structures to create a smoother and more efficient experience on the road. This can lead to plenty of advantages as well, as you’ll see below! 

Why should you buy synthetic oils?  

Besides the obvious longevity factor (with synthetic oils in your engine you can travel up to 10,000 miles between needing to change out your supply), there are numerous other gains of using a synthetic blend in your motor. Some of these include:  

  1. Cleaner Engine Operation: The biggest knock about conventional oils is their tendency to break down and produce sludge after lots of wear and tear on your engine. This can greatly decrease the performance you’ll receive, but synthetic oil composition is intended to buck this trend. With fewer blemishes, you’re left with a much more enjoyable road ahead.  
  2. Better Performance in Extreme Temperatures: Here in Grand Junction we’re prone to changes in weather patterns, which can wreak havoc on an engine that’s not prepared for it. Whereas conventional oils can corrode and become much less effective in extreme conditions, synthetic oil makeup helps it be conducive to helping your engine’s components flow better and run more smoothly in greater weather variations.  
  3. Greater Protection for Your Motor:  Oil isn’t just meant to help your engine run, it also helps to offer critical protection when needed. Synthetics are built in a way that helps your motor keep pushing its best foot forward at all times!  

Read More: How often should you be checking your oil?

Contact us at Carville’s Auto Mart 

If you’re in search of a new oil supply for your engine, feel free to contact us here at Carville’s Auto Mart! We’re more than happy to help get you set up with the right batch needed for your used model.