Why is an engine oil change so important for car maintenance?

It’s easy to put off basic maintenance tasks such as changing the oil in your car when you’re busy, and many people fall into the trap of only attending to servicing and other vehicle maintenance once their car is either already broken down or running so badly that it’s only a matter of time before it does!

Changing the oil in your car is one of the most important things you can do to ensure you are looking after your vehicle and prolonging its lifespan. There are many benefits to changing your oil regularly, and here are just a few:

Clean engine oil protects against corrosion

Natural elements such as moisture, dirt and dust can easily enter an engine and cause corrosion, but your engine oil gives a protective coating that keeps the engine free of these elements for longer. Dirty engine oil that hasn’t been replaced recently can add to the problem and it will cause significant damage in the long run if it’s not addressed.

Clean engine oil cools components

It sounds obvious to say, but when it’s running your engine will generate a lot of heat from combustion and friction, and it’s important that the engine is able to release this heat effectively. Making sure that you have enough engine oil at any given time, and also ensuring that this oil is regularly replaced, will help to mitigate the damage that an overheating engine can cause.

Clean engine oil saves you money

In the short term, making sure your engine oil is regularly cleaned and topped up means that the fuel consumption of your vehicle will be running at efficient levels – saving you money at the pump. And in the longer term, keeping on top of your vehicle maintenance means that you’ll be prolonging the lifespan of your car, and also ensuring that depreciation remains at a minimum so you get a better price for a second-hand sale.

Clean engine oil saves you stress!

Is there anything more stressful than being abandoned on the side of a road with an engine that’s let you down? Breakdowns are inconvenient and costly, and they can cause major hassle. Replacing your engine oil regularly is one of the most important things you can do to ensure that your car is always reliable and safe.

Your vehicle’s engine is the most important part of it, and it requires maintenance and care if you are to get the very best out of it. As a general rule of thumb, the oil and oil filter should be changed every few months (or every 3-6,000 miles, depending on what comes sooner).

Ablefit is on hand to perform cost-effective and professional engine oil and filter changes, along with other servicing requirements, and we also provide tyre fitting, brakes, exhausts and batteries, and alignments, balancing and suspension too. Get in touch today to book your car in for a little bit of TLC!