Which engine oil burns less: synthetic or mineral?

19.01.2025/17/00 XNUMX:XNUMX    199

There are two main types of motor oils on the market today – mineral or organic and synthetic.

Experts told us which one is less likely to burn in the engine.

First of all, it is worth understanding that the process of engine oil burning itself is not normal and occurs, as a rule, due to wear of piston rings, cylinders or gaskets, valve defects, and oil oxidation.

Latest news:  FIAT will revive the Tipo model: details

Blue or gray smoke from the exhaust pipe indicates oil burning.

Synthetic oils have better thermal stability and are therefore less prone to burning than mineral oils.

The latter are prone to oxidation and are less able to tolerate high temperatures.

Latest news:  A fine of 3500 UAH: where Ukrainian drivers are punished for slamming car doors


u-news.com.ua