With synthetic oil and other advancements in newer engines, many car owners are able to go from 5,000 to 7,500 miles between oil changes.
That’s right. Instead of the 3,000-mile intervals that most drivers are accustomed to, 7,500-mile intervals are quickly becoming the new standard for oil changes. With synthetic oils, there isn’t as much thermal breakdown and evaporation over time. As a result, oil changes aren’t necessary as often as they once were.
Also, drivers don’t even need to get under the hoods to check their oil levels. Instead of risking oil stains on their ties on the way to work, motorists can simply check the in-dash monitors on new models that indicate the oil quality and level in engines. The indicator works in real time according to your driving conditions so you can adjust your driving pattern for optimum efficiency.
Although drivers are excited about the new oil change intervals, dealerships aren’t as thrilled. With fewer oil changes each year, they get less service business. Whereas dealers once had their customers coming in for oil changes about three times a year, they might only see them once a year now. Some companies fear a loss of loyalty and customer retention bbecause the customers are not exposed to the dealer’s services as often.
One way that dealers can keep their customers coming in is to offer prepaid service contracts or service packages. But they can always count on the car owners that are reluctant to wait 5,000 miles before getting their oil changed. There will also always be the ones who simply don’t trust electronic sensors.
Your local Mercedes-Benz dealer has a wide selection of new vehicles with electronic sensors and other features. Stop in and get one today!
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