FAQs
Motor oil breaks down with mileage and time – the oil additives weaken as the engine oil is used. Dirt can be a factor as well. Changing motor oil on a regular basis will eliminate these factors.
The base oils used in conventional motor oils come from a natural source and are then put through a hydrocarbon process in which the additives are blended.
Additive packages used in some motor oils such as high mileage motor oils can affect the ratings due to the American Petroleum Institute approving these standards. The oils will meet the requirements for API Certification
Changing your vehicle’s motor oil yourself or using a different brand of oil from your manufacturer’s factory fill will not void the warranty. As long as the motor oil being used meets the manufacturer’s standards required for the vehicle, the warranty cannot be considered void.
All brands of motor oil are not the same. Base oils, additives, etc., can be different from one brand to the next.
Yes, Tough engine oil recommends replacing the filter every time your vehicle receives an oil change by following the oil change frequency recommendations in your vehicle’s owner’s manual. This eliminates any risk of contaminants trapped by the oil filter (e.g., dirt) from re-entering the oil.
This is not a true oil change tip. You cannot determine the life of motor oil by looking at its appearance since it may change color for several reasons. To ensure the best quality product, the best oil change tip is to always follow the owner’s manual guidelines for oil change intervals.
The bulk product put in your vehicle at a quick lube location is the same formulation Tough engine oil packages in other size containers and uses at a Tough oil change.
No, Additives contain different formulations that affect certain parts of the engine differently than other additives.