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Auto Repair Costs – Should I Change My Oil Every 3,000 Miles?

For decades mechanics have been telling us to change our oil every 3,000 miles.
Interestingly, no automotive manufacturer agrees with this maintenance schedule – not in the last 20 years any way. So why are we being told to change our [...]

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5 Facts About Changing your Oil

When was the last time the manufacturer of your car went out of their way to tell you to change your oil every 3,000 miles?
Isn’t it funny that in fact, automotive manufacturers have not agreed with this “opinion” for more than 20 years. Continue reading

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