Scheduling oil changes at the proper intervals will ensure that your vehicle lasts a long time. This simple procedure serves a very important role in keeping your vehicle performing at its best.

Let’s discuss what role oil plays in your car. The oil lubricates the engine and associated parts to make your driving smooth. It also will absorb any dirt, debris, and matter that you traverse on the roads that you travel around the Bay State.

Once several months and miles have passed by, the oil may be overrun with dirt and other debris. Since it’s so dirty, it may produce more sluggish performance than you’re used to, so the filter must be changed along with the oil.

If you know how to check the dipstick or another family member or friend checks it, you may notice that you’re low on oil. This can happen, and it’s best to have the recommended amount of oil. Should you add oil to your car?

While topping off the oil can be a temporary solution, it cannot substitute an oil change. Adding extra oil does not improve the situation. It mixes with the older oil to create a slurry, which cannot be as effective as new oil that is transparent and gold in color. Dirty oil looks dark and sludgy. It cannot perform the job it’s directed to do.