If your car's engine oil gets too hot, the car can overheat and both the engine components and the oil itself can be irreversibly damaged.

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Changing the oil on your classic car yourself is a great DIY project and will save you money. Here's how to know which oil to use and how often to change it.

While the crosshatching work performed on the cylinders of your engine may be largely out of your control, it can still have a big impact on performance.

Moreover, synthetic motor oils are backward compatible with older engines, and switching from conventional to synthetic does not require an additional break-in period.

Engine oil additives make all sorts of promises about helping your vehicle's motor last longer and increasing your gas mileage. Here's what you need to know.