Your manufacturer may recommend synthetic oil depending on several factors. Newer cars are requiring synthetic oil and often high-performance cars require it as well. Synthetic oil is about twice as costly as conventional oil, however, it only needs to be replaced every 7,000 to 10,000 miles, so you won’t be changing it quite as often. Some customers prefer synthetic oil due to additional benefits such as: - Reduced friction over conventional oil - Better for the environment as it produces fewer emissions - Functions better in cold weather Check your owner manual to see what type of oil they recommend, or discuss the topic with your service advisor.