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At John’s Auto Care, we believe the secret to a long-lasting vehicle is no secret at all: preventative maintenance! While it may sound unimportant, neglecting routine maintenance can do serious damage–reducing the life and performance of your vehicle. Maintaining regular oil and filter changes are no exception. Did you know that it’s dangerous to skip your routine oil change? When you drive with low, no, or unclean oil, you’re leaving your vehicle open to severe engine damage and diminished performance. Changing your motor oil, which is used to protect, clean, and keep your engine running efficiently, is an integral step in the preventative maintenance process. Over time, and with repeated exposure to the heat of your vehicle’s engine, motor oil breaks down and becomes contaminated. The dirty, old oil leaves behind a murky, goopy substance known as sludge.

While sludge may sound like any ordinary dirt or grime that builds up over time, it’s much more serious than that. Because of its viscosity, sludge clogs your engine, leading to a reduction in oil and lubrication flow. In addition to clogging, this reduction can leave your engine prone to overheating, seizing, as well as power loss and failure. These disasters may leave you responsible for thousands of dollars in costly repairs and replacement parts–not to mention the impacts they may have on the life of your vehicle.

Like we said, a sludged engine can lead to catastrophic vehicle damage. However, even if only slightly overdue, unchanged oil can lead to noticeable impacts in daily driving. Even the smallest of clogs can put a serious strain on your engine. This strain causes your engine to work much harder than it normally would, reducing the performance and fuel efficiency of your vehicle. Think of it this way: regular oil changes can save you big at the pump!

Remember, John’s Auto Care is passionate about keeping your vehicle running the way it should! Schedule your next oil change with us today! We’ll get that sludge gone.