Why Your Ford Needs Oil Changes

Unless you drive a fully electric vehicle, your Ford car, truck, or SUV needs routine oil changes. At Group 1 Ford of Shreveport near Taylortown, our service advisors can help you choose whether to use conventional vs. synthetic oil in your Ford.

Regardless of the oil used in your car, our technicians flush out the old oil, remove the dirty filter, then replace both with new engine oil and a clean filter. Whether you get fully synthetic oil or conventional crude oil in your vehicle, both serve the purpose of keeping your vehicle’s engine running smoothly.

Benefits of Conventional and Synthetic Oil

Conventional oil is also known as mineral oil. Of all engine oil options, it is the purest, as it is removed from the ground and refined before being used in car engines. Synthetic oil is manufactured from petroleum and other materials. Synthetic oils can be fully synthetic or blended with synthetic and conventional oil.

Synthetic oil is precision-engineered to lubricate engines and remain stable, even at low temperatures. It also lasts longer than conventional motor oil, making it a popular choice in newer vehicles like the Bronco Sport or the larger Super Duty trucks.

Because synthetic oils have high-tech manufacturing processes, they cost more than conventional oils. However, conventional oil needs to be changed every 3,000 miles, while synthetic oil should be changed between 5,000 and 10,000 miles, depending on the Ford vehicle you drive and how you drive it.

Differences Between Conventional and Synthetic Oil

The most notable difference between conventional and synthetic oils is their molecular structure. The uniform molecules in the fully synthetic motor oil and synthetic blend motor oil reduce friction in high-tech engines. When your engine has less friction, the oil flows better leaving less engine sludge is left behind. Overall, synthetic blend oil and full synthetic oil help your engine perform better.

Conventional oil tends to be used more often in older vehicles. Older engines often have worn seals which allow the streamlined molecules of synthetic oil to leak through. At Group 1 Ford of Shreveport near Haughton, your service advisor will help you choose the best oil for your high-mileage Ford.

Choose Group 1 Ford of Shreveport in Shreveport for Oil and Filter Changes

When it’s time for an oil change or other vehicle service need, we invite you to give the service center at Group 1 Ford of Shreveport near Greenwood, Louisiana, a try. Our knowledgeable service advisors can help you choose the best oil for your vehicle, and our experienced technicians will do the job correctly the first time.

During each service visit, our mechanics conduct a multipoint inspection to track your vehicle’s future needs. We offer online service scheduling and a collection of service specials to make Ford service convenient and affordable.