Protect your vehicles’ engines with the right oil
Engines that are properly maintained with the correct oil type will run smoother and last longer. But choosing the right oil can be complicated. Engine type and age, climate, and driving conditions all impact the wear and tear of automotive engines. Understanding the different engine oil types, specifications, and additives will help you select the best oil that matches the needs of each vehicle you service.
1. Full Synthetic Engine Oil
Full synthetic oils are engineered to increase the performance of today’s more precision built and hotter-running engines as well as to meet fuel efficiency standards and emissions regulations.
Some advantages of full synthetic oil include:-
- Better protection
- Stable viscosity
- Turbocharger protection
- Cleaner engines
- Longer drain intervals
2. Synthetic Blend Oil
Just as the name implies, this type of oil is a mixture of synthetic base stocks and conventional crude-based oil. Synthetic blends provide some of the performance advantages of a full synthetic at prices more closely comparable to conventional oils.
Using full synthetic oil costs about 30% more than using a synthetic blend. While conventional oils will only last about 5,000km between oil changes, full synthetics can last up to 15,000 kilometres (sometimes more). Synthetic blends fall somewhere in the middle at about 10,000kilometres. Therefore, using a synthetic blend provides a step up in protection without breaking the bank.
3. Conventional Engine Oils
All conventional engine oils are initially refined from natural petroleum crude. With so many manufacturers switching to synthetic motor oils, you may wonder if it’s ever okay to use conventional oils. Conventional oils still have their place and can provide good protection under the right circumstances at a lower price.
Conventional oils are typically used in older cars and those out of warranty and generally cost much less than synthetic oils. Those who are diligent about timely oil changes can use conventional oil, if the owner’s manual indicates it is permissible to do so. Additionally, more frequent oil changes can alert a mechanic to a serious problem developing in an engine.
Our full line of mastermax motor oil is masterfully engineered with pure base oils and advanced additive packages. Kendall offers a full slate of products so that we can offer not only a quality oil, but also the RIGHT oil for your engine.
