Prompt Cast
The Truth About Oil Changes: How Often Should You Really Change Your Oil?
TLDR The recommendation of changing your oil every 3,000 miles or every three months is no longer valid for newer cars, and you can likely go longer between oil changes, with some cars even recommending up to 15,000 miles. The oil indicator light and the fact that people stopped opening their owner's manual are two reasons why you can go longer between oil changes.
Timestamped Summary
00:00
The hosts discuss their procrastination in getting an oil change and their preference for making appointments with trusted mechanics rather than going to quick service places.
02:20
There are two different oil lights in a newer car - one indicating it's time for an oil change and the other indicating that you need to stop driving immediately.
04:45
The recommendation of changing your oil every 3,000 miles or every three months is no longer valid for newer cars, and you can likely go longer between oil changes, with some cars even recommending up to 15,000 miles, but the auto service industry still promotes the 3,000 mile rule to make more money.
07:06
The recommended oil change interval for your car can be found in the owner's manual and is based on how you drive, with different intervals for normal and severe driving conditions.
09:26
The oil indicator light and the fact that people stopped opening their owner's manual are two reasons why you can go longer between oil changes.
12:21
Synthetic oil is better for the environment because it lasts longer and requires fewer oil changes.
14:40
If you drive your car less than the recommended mileage between oil changes, you should still change your oil every six months because oil breaks down over time.
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