FAQs
Performance
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Can motor oil significantly improve horsepower?
Yes. Friction modifiers and additives help achieve this.
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What are "severe" conditions?
Severe conditions include stop and go driving, consistent idling, pulling and towing, etc.
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If I don't drive in severe conditions can I change my oil less often?
Your owner's manual should provide different oil change intervals for regular driving and severe driving applications.
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Is it a good idea to let your car warm up (idle)?
In cold temperatures, letting your car to idle for 2-3 minutes allows the oil to lubricate the engine parts thoroughly before the RPM's are increased.
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Can I improve the performance of my motor oil by using aftermarket additives?
Certain additives are made for different motor oil applications. Before using any additive, we advise checking with the motor oil manufacturer.
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Are all additives the same?
No. Additives contain different formulations that affect certain parts of the engine differently than other additives.
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Motor Oil Myths
- You don't have to change your oil filter every time you change your oil.
- Valvoline recommends changing your oil filter each and every time you change your oil. This eliminates any risk of contaminants trapped by the oil filter, such as dirt, from re-entering the oil.