Motor oil has evolved a lot over the decades, and today’s advanced synthetic engine lubricants would be virtually unrecognizable to the chemists of yesteryear, with their detergents, dispersants, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While it can be a little bit of an inconvenience when the time comes, it is very important to regularly get oil changes for your car's engine.

From a manufacturer’s point, the quality of the motor oil is defined by its base ingredients. All motor oils are composed of two major components – the base oil and additives. Base oil is the ...