Explaining the benefits of conventional and synthetics oil

It can be easy to confuse the type of engine oil for your car. Not only is it important to remember the viscosity, but does your car need conventional or synthetic oil?

First off, what exactly is the difference between synthetic and conventional engine oil? Synthetic oil is, despite the name, not an entirely man-made product. It's a refined, purified, and modified oil that comes from the same crude oil that conventional oil comes from.

So which one should you pick? That depends on your car and how you drive it. Synthetic oils tend to protect your engine more…
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Have a Car you can Depend on

When was the last time you took your car in for an oil change? If you don't know or you can't remember, then it's probably due. Or, overdue.

It's always good to check your oil regularly so you know how "healthy" it is. If it's black or sludgy-looking, then you should take it in. Oil actually collects all the debris and contaminants that would otherwise damage your engine and parts, so you need to regularly flush them out-thus, the oil change. This way your motor oil can do its job and keep everything lubricated properly…
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2017 Ford Escape Checks Off Fuel-Efficient on Your List

Fuel-efficiency is one of the most valuable, but also hardest features to find when selecting a car. Having a car that can get many miles on a gallon saves you money in the long-run, has fewer engine problems, and can even be healthier for the environment. The 2017 Ford Escape is a great option for those seeking this kind of high-quality fuel-efficiency because of its offered Intelligent All-Wheel Drive System...

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2017 Ford Transit Connect– The Contractor’s Van

The 2017 Ford Transit Connect is always available to help you run your business. Of course, it also looks good, drives well, and well within your budget. It does not matter what kind of contractor you are; the Ford Transit Connect interior can be customized to accommodate different combinations of people and cargo, including protective storage for fragile items. The passenger seat folds flat to serve as a desk or to make room for longer cargo. The exterior side panels can be converted to rolling billboards to advertise your business.

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Five Military Veterans Awarded Scholarships from Ford Division

Last month, Ford Motor Company’s Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center division awarded five $10,000 scholarships to U.S. military veterans as part of its “Trading One Uniform For Another” program. The scholarships, developed in collaboration with the Disabled American Veterans organization (DAV), will help deserving veterans receive a certification in automotive maintenance and repair.

 

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Apron + Front Seats = Instant Scuff-Proofing In Under 30 Seconds

If you have both a child and a car, your friends know it at a glance. You could vacuum up the Cheerio-debris field, stash the "Dora the Explorer" DVDs, and extradite Elmo out of sight. We would still know.

It would take one look at the backs of your front seats. When little legs dangle, they kick. Playful kid? Kick. Angry kid? Kick. Your seat might as well be a hapless henchman in a Bruce Lee movie.

If you have a few disused aprons laying around your house, you have your Ford's perfect body armor. Drape one over the…
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