Car engines have used motor oil for the whole of automotive history, and during that time a lot of myths have cropped up ...

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Car ownership is a myth-filled world, where some myths transcend from one generation of car owners to the next. We can't exactly figure out when rumors about GMC trucks having thicker steel than ...

Using name brand oils usually leads to better and more reliable performance than store brands. Name brands are generally more ...

The oil you put in your engine matters. After all, your engine contains many moving parts that must remain lubricated to work properly. Otherwise, your engine could develop some serious wear and tear.

Many enthusiasts look to diesel motor oil as a high-zinc alternative, but is it the best choice? A certified lubrication expert explains the difference. It is widely known that diesel engine oils ...

Engines need motor oil to run smoothly. It lubricates moving parts, reduces friction, minimizes wear, regulates engine temperature... it even helps keep the engine clean. That's why it's so important ...

Car maintenance can be as difficult as it is messy. This is primarily because there are just so many fluids involved. Fluids of the darkest, stickiest, most potentially dangerous sort, in many cases.

I once had an oil pan with an “Exxon Valdez” sticker. Partly a joke, it reminded me to be careful when changing motor oil. Put the pan in the wrong place, drop the oil filter, or get distracted, and ...

Choosing the right motor oil is paramount to car maintenance. It's not a particularly exciting task, whether shopping for or changing your oil, but if you don't pay the proper attention, then you aren ...

There was a time when motor oil was motor oil. The engine in your car or truck was built with low stresses in mind, with wider tolerances and the expectation that it would have to be overhauled and ...