Synthetic oil is often recommended over conventional oil, at least for many of our vehicles at Smythe Volvo Cars in Summit, NJ. We know that our customers can't help but notice the price difference between synthetic and conventional oil, so we wanted to highlight the benefits of synthetic oil.
First of all, it's important to know what it is. Companies start with crude oil, and then they put in additives. The exact amount and type of additives vary, but in general, these components are added to stabilize the oil. This type of oil has been used for decades to offer better protection to engines.
Because it has been carefully formulated, synthetic oil can help your engine last longer. When using this type of oil, there are fewer impurities that can circulate through your engine. Synthetic oils are known to flow relatively quickly to various parts of an engine, providing an optimal amount of lubrication.