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Synthetic motor oil is a substitute lubricant for petroleum-based motor oils. There are advantages and disadvantages to using this synthetic oil in your vehicle. more »
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There are many reasons you should consider making the switch to synthetic motor oil. Synthetic motor oil tolerates heat and age better than traditional petroleum-based motor oil. Synthetic motor oil is gentler on your engine. Synthetic motor oil can even increase the life of your engine. more »
Motor oil is the blood of your cars engine. When your motor oil gets low you increase the wear and tear on your car. Even if you get regular oil changes you should still check your motor oil levels regularly to help you notice oil leaks sooner. Follow these steps if you need to add motor oil to your car. more »
AMSOIL is a synthetic motor oil used in vehicles, and was the world's first synthetic motor oil to meet the American Petroleum Institute standards. Synthetic motor oil is man-made and is a superior lubricant to natural motor oil. Synthetic oil reduces friction and wear on engine parts, functions in extreme hot and cold temperatures, and lasts longer than conventional oil. Although synthetic is more expensive than regular motor oil, it can last twice as long. more »
Synthetic motor oil is an entirely man-made substitute for traditional petroleum motor oil. Rather than using a petroleum base for the oil, synthetic motor oil bases are man-made. Lubricants such as methane GTL (gas-to-liquid), polyalphaolefins and esters are used. Because synthetic oil is entirely man-made, its production can be highly controlled to produce oil that withstands extreme temperatures more effectively than petroleum-based motor oil. more »
Sometimes just washing your hands will not remove motor oil or grease. Removing motor oil and grease from hands can be a difficult feat, but with a few simple steps your hands will be clean again. more »
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