Putting vegetable oil in a car engine is a terrible idea and should never be done, or at least that's what some experts say. What do real-life tests show?

Conventional motor oil or synthetic motor oil? That is the question when getting an oil change, and it's an important one. Both are designed to help keep your engine and its various components ...

You're staring down two shiny jugs at the auto parts aisle. One says semi‑synthetic, the other full synthetic, and you're thinking maybe they're basically the same, right? Maybe that's just a ...

Although most drivers might not pay it too much thought, picking the right motor oil can have a significant impact on the expected life of the engine's components. There are so many oils to pick from ...

It doesn't matter if you have a hybrid or conventional gas-powered car, a good motor oil can make the difference between a long-lasting engine and a sputtery ride. Here's what you should look for when ...

With so many available motor oil brands and several labels like "synthetic blend," "full synthetic," or "conventional," the process of choosing one for your car has now become somewhat tedious. It ...

Craig has worked in automotive media for nearly 20 years, producing content for publications ranging from Autoline and AutoGuide to Roadshow by CNET and EV Pulse. Aside from writing, he’s also ...