Synthetic oils have caused countless debates and confusion across nearly every automotive forum, and often with good reason. Legally, the term “synthetic” has a pretty loose definition. While some ...

Changing fluids in a pickup truck has been necessary since the first one rolled off the assembly line more than 100 years ago. Vehicles — and what goes into them — are constantly changing and ...

Not everyone is a car enthusiast, meaning many drivers are likely still using the oil option favored by the manufacturer or dealer in their vehicles. Featured Video However, there can be a significant ...

Q: Can I switch from synthetic oil to regular oil? I read it's a myth, but my mechanic says you can’t. By the way, I still read your column here after I moved to Venice, Florida. A: Synthetic oil and ...

There’s no NASCAR, 1967 Ferrari F312, Porsche 911, or even your daily driver Hyundai Sonata without oil. Whether conventional or synthetic, engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle. Back to oil, ...

Synthetic oil is worth the extra cost for most drivers. It lasts 7,500 to 15,000 miles between changes compared to 3,000 ...

DEAR CAR TALK: I am an old geezer who probably has lived through 100 or more oil changes in my lifetime, always using regular motor oil. Now I own a 2014 Honda CR-V that I bought used with about ...

Fakes get a bad rap, whether it’s fake Rolexes, fake handbags, or fake Bugattis. They’re seen as lesser, and by all accounts, they are. They’re not made as well, they’re cheaper, and you’ll look like ...