Questions answered and popular myths dispelled
Oil is a complicated subject but here we dispel myths, answer common questions and offer some oil-changing tips.
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Frequently asked questions
To help you understand oil better, here are the answers to the questions we’re most frequently asked.
Myths about car oil
A lot of confusion about oil stems from popular myths which are mistaken for fact. Find out here whether what you ‘know’ is true or not.
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