Oil suggestions

[AmericaWestCMH]

Hi, guys. I drive a 2004 Hyundai Elantra with 10.5k miles on it. Currently running Havoline 5w30 conventional.

I was looking at the Quaker State Winter Blend, did a search on here and read that it was pretty good in the winter. Is it worth the extra money over the Havoline?

As far as driving habits, I drive mostly short trips (
Any other oil suggestions? Thank you.

 

[dave1251]

I have read the data on the winter blend stuff. But I don't think that it offers any significant benefit for your application. My suggestion would be to drive a little bit more if possible to get your oil temp up. What is your current OCI?

 

[Triple_Se7en]

If you're not using oil, keep going with the Havoline. Change every six months or 4K.

 

[AmericaWestCMH]

Current OCI is 3k, which generally is around 3 months. A good portion of my miles are freeway, but most trips are short. The car does not use oil at this point.

 

[Al]

Does your car sit outside over night? If so you might want to consider a full synthetic such as Mobil 1 5w30. Putting in a container of RedLine 5W-20 would work. I do this constantly and get great Oil analysis. Havoline is a great oil.

 

[AmericaWestCMH]

Unfortunately, yes, it is parked outside every night. Not sure if I can afford Mobil 1 (college student), or that would definately be going in the car.