Many drivers think semi-synthetic and synthetic blend oils are different, but they’re basically the same, labeling standards ...

Motor oil is one of the most important fluids in your vehicle. The purpose of motor oil is to reduce friction and keep a vehicle's engine clean and corrosion-free. Another critical function is to ...

Semi-synthetic and synthetic blend oil sound very similar -- and they are -- but how can you tell the difference between the ...

Synthetic oils have caused countless debates and confusion across nearly every automotive forum, and often with good reason. Legally, the term “synthetic” has a pretty loose definition. While some ...

We get a lot of mail around the office, and one of the leading topics is in regard to engine and transmission fluids. Specifically, readers want to know more about synthetic-made oils versus petroleum ...

The dealer says blend, but owners say full synthetic; who’s right? One 2025 Ford F-150 owner is questioning why Ford ...

A basic understanding of lubricants – and the differences between synthetic and mineral oils – car lead to cleaner engines. Sadly few drivers spend much thought on what oil to use in their engines.

Choosing the right motor oil is paramount to car maintenance. It's not a particularly exciting task, whether shopping for or changing your oil, but if you don't pay the proper attention, then you aren ...

I’ve been getting a lot of mail regarding using synthetic motor oil in vehicles. Questions such as: Should I use synthetic oil? Does it work better in some cars than others? Does it cost more? Do I ...