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Choose the correct motor oil for your vehicle

Be careful with the type of motor oil you put into your car. Even if you are using the recommended type of oil, don’t just buy the cheapest oil you can get for the oil change. There are some vehicles … Continue reading

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4 out of 5 people have no idea how to check their engine oil

It is an unbelievable fact that 3 out of 4 people in the UK don’t know how to check their vehicle’s engine oil. Even more staggering is that nearly half of those questioned had no idea what function motor oil … Continue reading

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Synthetic oil can be cost effective

Synthetic motor oil has been around since the early seventies when it was first developed for military jet engines. It has particularly good anti-friction properties and is able to endure extreme weather conditions without losing viscosity. Since then, the motor … Continue reading

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Why motor oil is so important to your engine

Motor oil is essential for the smooth running of your engine. It lubricates the moving parts of the engine which reduces friction and keeps the metallic moving parts from seizing up. There is a layer of oil between the metal … Continue reading

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Consider synthetic motor oil for your vehicle

Ordinary motor oil is made from crude oil, also known as petroleum. Synthetic oil is made, or synthesized artificially. The first research to find lubricants that could replace natural oils was done in the late 1930s and the early 1940s, … Continue reading

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Keep your engine properly lubricated

One of the largest investments a person makes in their lifetime is the purchase of a vehicle. With new car prices now costing tens of thousands of pounds, it is imperative that vehicle owners go to great lengths to protect … Continue reading

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How to check your motor oil level

Firstly, you will need some plastic gloves to keep your hands clean and a paper towel.  Open the bonnet and look for the top of the dipstick. It will normally have an oil can symbol on it. If you can’t … Continue reading

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The importance of motor oil

Motor oil is essential to the performance and function of a vehicle. Choosing the right type of oil for your car can be a difficult decision. There are three things you should consider when picking the type of oil you … Continue reading

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Watch out for leaks in your car engine

The majority of car drivers tend to mistake the leaks occurring from their cars. With a wide range of fluids being used in cars, trying to identify the type of fluid dripping from the car can be baffling. When faced … Continue reading

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Synthetic oil really is better for your engine

It is not really surprising that the worst synthetic oil is superior to the best petroleum-based oils, which are refined products of crude oil. The best synthetic oil is stronger, withstands engine stress better and improves engine performance and fuel … Continue reading

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