The changing of the seasons is an excellent time to take stock of the health of your vehicle. Winter in the Silver Spring area can take its toll on your vehicle, with road salt, snow, and ice. Even if you haven’t been driving as often, regular car maintenance, including oil changes, is essential.
Here at Herb Gordon Subaru, our mechanics encourage you to schedule an oil change as part of your spring car service regimen.
How Often Should I Change My Oil?
The ideal frequency of oil changes is something that is often debated among car enthusiasts. There is no hard and fast rule as to how often you should change the oil in your Subaru car, and it will depend on a number of different factors.
Some drivers may be tempted to skip their regular oil change if they have been driving less than usual. However, even if your car has been sitting in the garage more than in the past, you cannot skip the oil change. Over time, sludge and dirt build-up, causing your oil to become less effective.
The Benefits of an Oil Change
- Fuel efficiency: A reliable, clean engine will give you the best gas mileage when you’re driving. This leads to more savings for drivers.
- Longer engine life: Dirty oil has gunk and grime that causes the engine to work harder and increases the friction between the small moving parts. A cleaner engine runs smoothly, which prolongs its life.
- Cooling: Engine components under the hood create heat as your car moves at high speeds. Fresh oil maintains the proper lubrication and proper temperature in the engine unit, which prevents your car from overheating.
