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The Right Oil Filters for Ultimate Protection

FRAM® offers oil filter options to fit all driving habits. Buying a new or used vehicle is usually based on consumer needs as well as personal preference. Some people need a reliable car for long commutes or daily driving, while others require a heavy-duty work truck for hauling or towing. Other folks prefer an SUV

The Right Oil Filter for Every Need

You may wonder what is the biggest threat to your engine? The answer is tiny – even microscopic – particles. If not properly filtered, these particles can accumulate inside the engine, potentially causing significant damage to its internal components. In time, this disruption can lead to complete engine failure. That’s why when it comes to

VIDEO: Oil Extractors- From DIY To Required

Oil extractors can be great tools for some vehicles, but not all. This video is sponsored by Auto Value & Bumper To Bumper.

The Right Filter Recommendation Depends on Driving Habits

Picking out a vehicle is more complex than just finding the right color and number of cupholders. Buyers need to make sure they take capabilities into account, on top of personal preference. A vehicle should meet a buyer’s day-to-day needs, and specs can be the deciding factor between multiple options in the same category. For

VIDEO: Understanding Differences In Oil, Air and Cabin Filters

Don’t compromise when it comes to filters, trust us. This video is sponsored by ACDelco.

VIDEO: Oil Filters and Soot

Oil additives can help to breakdown, disperse & even encapsulate carbon deposits & soot. This video is sponsored by FRAM.

How Extended Interval Oil Filters Have Been Improved

Over time, the oil filter can collect enough contaminants to become restricted. Here’s why new filters are better.

VIDEO: Oil Pressure Light Information

The warning light is wired in series with an oil pressure switch. This video is sponsored by FRAM.

VIDEO: Oil Filter Improvements Over Time

Filter manufacturers have stayed on top of these changes. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.

In a pandemic-influenced world, driving habits may have changed, but not vehicle needs

One of the consequences of the global pandemic that arrived in the United States last March is that vehicular traffic declined sharply for several months. People either thought twice about traveling or began to work from home as their employers locked the doors to their existing brick-and-mortar locations. While a vehicle that is not being

VIDEO: How Are Oil And Filter Intervals Calculated?

Engineers ensure the engine, filter and oil match the mileage for the oil change interval. This video is sponsored by FRAM.

The Right Amount Of Torque For An Oil Change [VIDEO]

When tightening the oil filter or drain plug, more torque does not mean a tighter seal. This video is sponsored by FRAM.