{"id":2975,"date":"2024-07-14T14:50:15","date_gmt":"2024-07-14T12:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.basinol.de\/basinol-insights-when-and-how-often-should-i-change-my-engine-oil\/"},"modified":"2024-08-23T15:10:17","modified_gmt":"2024-08-23T13:10:17","slug":"basinol-insights-when-and-how-often-should-i-change-my-engine-oil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.basinol.de\/en\/basinol-insights-when-and-how-often-should-i-change-my-engine-oil\/","title":{"rendered":"BASINOL Insights &#8211; When and how often should I change my engine oil?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to our BASINOL Insights! Today we want to help you determine the best time and ideal frequency for oil changes to ensure the health of your engine.<\/p>\n<p>The question of the right time to change the oil is one that many car owners face. While some rely on set intervals, the optimal frequency actually depends on several factors, including your driving style, the conditions in which you drive and the type of oil you use. Traditionally, it is recommended to change the oil every 10,000 to 15,000 kilometers or every 12 months, whichever comes first. But this is just a general guideline.<\/p>\n<p>If you frequently drive in extreme conditions &#8211; whether in very hot or cold climates, in dust and dirt on unpaved roads or on frequent short trips &#8211; you should consider changing the oil more often. These conditions put more strain on the engine and cause the oil to wear out and become contaminated more quickly. An early oil change can therefore help to protect the engine and extend its service life.<\/p>\n<p>Choosing the right engine oil is also crucial. High-performance oils such as those from BASINOL offer longer protection and may therefore need to be changed less frequently. 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