The Truth About Oil Change Intervals

You have probably heard the old rule. Change your oil every five thousand kilometers. It is one of those pieces of advice that has been passed down for so long that people treat it like a universal law. The truth is, that number is not wrong, but it is not the full story either. Modern engines, synthetic oils and different driving habits all change how often your vehicle actually needs fresh oil.

At DJ’s Garage we see two types of customers. The ones who change their oil too late, and the ones who change it way too early. Both come from the same place. Nobody wants to damage their engine. Nobody wants a giant repair bill. The good news is that your vehicle already tells you everything you need to know, as long as you understand what you are looking for.

Most newer vehicles have built in monitoring systems that track engine temperature, driving distance, idle time and even the way you accelerate. These systems adjust your oil change schedule based on how you actually drive, not on an outdated one size fits all rule. If you do a lot of stop and go driving, short trips or winter cold starts, your oil wears out faster. If you drive long highway stretches, your oil lasts longer than you think.

Regular oil changes keep your engine healthy, but overdoing it wastes money and underdoing it invites trouble. The best plan is simple. Follow your vehicle’s monitoring system and talk to a technician who understands your driving habits. That is where we come in. We treat your engine with the same care we treat our own.

Contact us for a quote.

Phone 613 443 0516

Email hello@djs-garage.ca