Synthetic Oil Change Service

Buick GMC Synthetic Oil Change in Columbus, OH

Your Buick or GMC is a special vehicle. Doesn’t it deserve the very best? When it comes to engine oil changes, synthetic is best. At Mark Wahlberg Buick GMC, we’re proud to carry GM-approved synthetic oil designed with your engine in mind. On top of that, our certified service technicians will be glad to perform a synthetic oil change to keep your vehicle performing at its best.

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Synthetic Oil vs. Conventional Oil

Conventional oil is made from refined crude oil, but you might be surprised to learn that the same is true of many synthetic oils. The difference isn’t to be found in the base material but in the level of refinement. To create synthetic oil, companies use proprietary refinement techniques to create an even more refined oil with uniform molecular size and fewer impurities than conventionally refined engine oil.

Is Synthetic Oil Better?

Put quite simply: yes, synthetic oil is better than conventional oil. It has several advantages over traditional, starting with the uniform molecular size we mentioned earlier. The molecules’ uniformity leads to decreased friction—and preventing friction is the key function of engine oil. Also, synthetic oil flows more smoothly in cold weather and can withstand higher heat than conventional oil. Its lack of impurities means that it’s also better at protecting your engine and keeping it clean, a process that is further helped by additives in the synthetic oil. Organizations like the American Automobile Association and the American Society for Testing and Materials have performed extensive tests, and they have confirmed that synthetic oil performs better than conventional.

Does Synthetic Oil Last Longer?

The other touted benefit of synthetic oil is that you can indeed go longer between oil changes. If you’re using conventional oil, you really should have the oil changed around every 3,000 miles. Because synthetic oil takes longer to break down, you can make it thousands of miles more before you need an oil change.

Is It Safe To Switch from Conventional to Synthetic Oil?

In general, it’s safe to switch from conventional to synthetic oil, but it’s wise to check with your service advisor first. Some high-mileage engines may require extra steps to get the most out of synthetic oil. But the good news is that you might not need to switch at all! Synthetic oil is becoming more common, so there’s a good chance that your vehicle already requires synthetic oil and has been using it from the start.

Schedule Your Next Synthetic Oil Change Today

When you’re ready for your vehicle’s next synthetic oil change, make an appointment and then head to Mark Wahlberg Buick GMC. We look forward to serving you!