Overview of Options

When it’s time for your vehicle’s next oil change, there are a few different options you can consider. That said, your automaker may make recommendations about oil type. If so, the information will be specified in your owner’s manual. However, you won’t have to search for the details or stress over choices. Our team is here to walk you through possibilities and guide you as you make your decisions. Conventional oil is the “standard” lubricant that is derived from natural crude with some additives. It’s the least expensive but has a shorter usable life than others. Full synthetic, in contrast, is engineered so that all the molecules are the same size (homogenous). This variety also contains additional chemical compounds. It lasts longer in your vehicle, but it costs a lot more. A synthetic blend is a great balance between the two. As the name implies, it offers some of the benefits of synthetic with a lower price tag. Finally, older models or classic car owners sometimes opt for high-mileage oil. It has additives to help with age and leaking.

Help with Decisions and Oil Changes

When you entrust your vehicle to Bay Area Tire & Service Centers, you won’t have to worry at all about your next oil change. We’ll help you navigate your manufacturer’s recommendations and your preferences for oil type, and we’ll take care of the preventive maintenance services for you. Moreover, we’ll provide you with the conveniences that make getting auto repair easy. If you’re waiting here, jump on our wifi. It’s free. If you need to drop your car off and go, you can leave it in person or by using our after-hours drop-off procedure. You can catch a Lyft on us within ten miles of our facility if you need it. We’ll keep you up to speed with electronic (text or email) status updates. How much easier can auto service be? We’re close by, so you don’t have to drive far or return to a dealership to get the oil change you need.