Which Oil is the Best? The Answer Might Surprise You

If you listen to the car motor oil commercials, or even ask most mechanics which type of oil is the absolute best, you're likely to hear "synthetic oil" as the answer. For years now synthetic motor oil has been touted as the best oil for every type of car. In many cases, synthetic oil is the right choice, but there are more variables to consider.

All motor oils, conventional or synthetic, are crucial to a car's performance and choosing the right car motor oil can save you a lot of money over the lifetime of your car ownership. Many people pick synthetic oil for their cars, in hopes of gaining benefits, like a higher trade-in value or better fuel economy. These benefits, however, may not apply to every car owner who switches to synthetic oil. For example, it is true that using synthetic oil protects engines from long term damage. But if a car owner trades in their vehicle on a regular basis, they may not be benefiting from this long term engine protection, so the extra investment in synthetic oil would not pan out in any noticeable savings in this scenario.
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Don't fall into the trap of assuming that the more expensive alternative is necessarily the most beneficial for your particular motor oil needs. Every car and driving situation is unique and calls for a very specific type of oil. You could be paying more for synthetic oil, in the belief that you are reaping benefits, when those benefits don’t even apply to your unique circumstances. When deciding on the best oil for your car, you must weigh the benefits against the costs to make an educated decision.

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