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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Brownsburg

455 E. Northfield Dr.
Brownsburg, IN 46112

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Greenwood Smith Valley

381 S. Marlin
Greenwood, IN 46142

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Mooresville

432 N. Monroe St.
Mooresville , IN 46158

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Plainfield

3620 Clarks Creek Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Westfield

17501 Gunther Blvd
Westfield, IN 46074

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Fishers

11222 Allisonville Rd.
Fishers, IN 46038

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Carmel

1436 Keystone Way
Carmel, IN 46032

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Beech Grove

5401 E. Thompson
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Castleton

6611 E. 82nd St.
Indianapolis, IN 46250

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto East Washington

9511 E. Washington
Indianapolis, IN 46229

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Greenwood US31

8012 US 31 South
Indianapolis, IN 46227

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Shadeland

1510 N. Shadeland
Indianapolis, IN 46219

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Kettering

1429 E. Dorothy Lane
Kettering, OH 45429

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Fairfield

5367 Dixie Hwy.
Fairfield , OH 45014

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Mason

5242 Kings Mill Rd.
Mason, OH 45040

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Springdale

175 W. Kemper
Cincinnati, OH 45246

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Edgewood

3123 Dixie Highway
Edgewood , KY 41017

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Florence

8225 US Route 42
Florence, KY 41042

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Bridgetown

6596 Glenway Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Hyde Park Norwood

4021 Smith Rd.
Cincinnati , OH 45209

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Finneytown

8500 Winton Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45231

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto University

3015 Reading Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45206

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Western Hills

5410 Glenway Ave.
Cincinnati , OH 45238

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Reading

8401 Reading Rd.
Cincinnati , OH 45215

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Colerain

9326 Colerain Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45251

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Xpress Pro Tire & Auto Michigan Rd

8579 N Michigan Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46268

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Conventional or Synthetic? (Switching to Synthetic Oil)

October 27, 2024

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If you keep up on technology trends, then you may be intrigued about synthetic motor oil.  It was introduced in the 1960s when Mobil came up with it.  Mobil's oil was different from conventional motor oil because it was first broken down to its basic molecules.  Then, Mobil removed additional impurities from crude oil and "tailored them to the demands of modern engines."

Synthetic oil is becoming more popular now because of its advantages over conventional oil. It's more resistant to sludge forming in an engine.  It is more efficient and protects engines better under temperature extremes.  Because it allows drivers to go longer between oil changes, many feel it's more convenient. 

The downside is that synthetic oil is more expensive, but because it doesn't need changing as often, the cost can be pretty comparable in the long run.

Those who drive high performance vehicles (think Audi, BMW, Mercedes) are already using synthetic oil if they're following their manufacturer's guidelines.  Other manufacturers recommend a synthetic blend.  So for those who are using conventional oil, you may want to consult your service advisor for some recommendations if you want to switch to synthetic. 

If you're the type who always waits until the last-minute or doesn't ever get in quite in time for the recommended oil change interval, the longer gap required between changes with synthetic oil may appeal to you.  In some cases, you can go up to 15,000 miles/24,000 km between changes. 

If you drive in a very cold climate, synthetic oil can flow more easily at startup and may offer quicker engine protection.  On the other hand, in hot climates, synthetic oil can resist heat breakdown better.

Or you may be one of those drivers who have been getting along fine with conventional oil changes.  Millions do.  Just remember that changing your oil is considered the most important maintenance you can do on your vehicle, so make sure it's done at the right time and with the oil that best suits your driving needs.

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Indianapolis, IN 46229
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