Many professional mechanics and auto manufacturers say full synthetic oil is a better option for the performance and longevity of your engine. Here are the advantages of full synthetic oil over conventional oil:
It lasts longer than conventional oil because it resists oil breakdown over time.
It withstands high temperatures and keeps the engine from overheating.
It reduces engine wear during startups in cold climates.
It provides better protection for the engine when towing heavy loads.
It allows less sludge buildup.
Synthetic oil also has a lower viscosity, so it flows more easily than conventional oil. This results in better fuel efficiency for the engine because all the engine parts can turn faster.
A synthetic blend oil has many of these same advantages, but it is manufactured from both synthetic and conventional motor oils. This means the benefits won’t last as long as full synthetic oil due to the petroleum used to create the blend.
One of the other reasons synthetic oils are better is your car can go longer between oil changes. They may cost more at the outset, but the number of oil changes each year will be fewer. This saves you time and money.
Synthetic oils also benefit the environment. Used motor oil is a major source of toxic waste in our water supply. Fewer oil changes mean cleaner water and a healthier environment.