Is an Oil Change that Important Anyway?

McCluskey Chevrolet prides itself on offering the best oil change Cincinnati has to offer. Our professional and experienced technicians perform the highest quality workmanship in a timely manner and for an affordable price. You can get the oil change you need while also receiving some of the best service in Cincinnati.

Despite our advice to our customers that they get an oil change every 3,000 miles or so (or about every three months), we regularly see customers who let many months pass beyond that recommendation before they bring in their car. Some may go a year or longer. Some may feel that they are just too busy to bring their car in, but others may disregard the advice because they don’t understand the importance of an oil change to their vehicle.

So is an oil change really that important anyway?

The simple answer is: Yes.

Oil for your vehicle is like water for your body. Without fresh oil, your car won’t operate at peak efficiency, just like your body will begin to feel the effects without enough water.

Think about how you feel when you start to get dehydrated. You may get tired. You may have a hard time concentrating. You may start to have stiff joints or may start to feel achy. Your car experiences similar experiences without fresh oil.

When you go too long between oil changes, the oil in your car starts to get dark and thick from the buildup of debris. It’s like your car is becoming dehydrated. The oil will no longer effectively lubricate the moving parts of your engine, so they will move more slowly and may even jam. Your car will suffer impaired performance, and it may even break down as a result.

In severe cases, your car may overheat, which can lead to it setting on fire.

Coming in for a regular oil change also gives a trained mechanic the chance to take a look under the hood and identify issues before they become major problems. A mechanic might spot a belt that is about to snap, a cracked boot or worn brakes. Tending to these issues early can save you hundreds of dollars on repairs later.

Don’t put off the oil change that your car needs. Make sure you stick to the recommended schedule for your vehicle to protect its performance and extend its life. Come in to McCluskey Chevrolet for the best oil change Cincinnati has to offer and save big.