GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Oil Change Mileage Extension Statistics
Oil change mileage extensions have been shown to significantly increase the average distance between oil changes for vehicles, reducing maintenance costs and improving efficiency.
In this post, we examine a myriad of statistics related to oil change intervals and driver behaviors. From the percentage of drivers exceeding their recommended oil change intervals to the impact of synthetic oil on engine longevity, these findings shed light on the evolving landscape of vehicle maintenance practices.
Statistic 1
"98% of drivers exceed their recommended oil change intervals."
Statistic 2
"12% of drivers in 2020 were changing their oil every 5,000 miles, decreasing from 38% in 2015."
Statistic 3
"As of 2021, 74% of new cars have oil change intervals of 7,500 miles or more."
Statistic 4
"44% of motorists driving vehicles requiring synthetic oil were changing their oil less frequently in 2021 compared to previous years."
Statistic 5
"A synthetic oil can protect your engine for up to 15,000 miles between oil changes."
Statistic 6
"In 2021, 26% of vehicles on the road had oil change intervals of 7,500 miles or less."
Statistic 7
"Two in five (40%) drivers reported extending their oil change interval in the past year due to COVID-19."
Statistic 8
"Longer oil change intervals can result in 5-8% improved fuel efficiency."
Statistic 9
"Only 15% of drivers are changing their oil too soon, at less than 4,000 miles, in 2021."
Statistic 10
"Synthetic oil changes made up around 30% of all oil changes in 2021."
Statistic 11
"An approximate 80% of car owners are in favor of longer oil change intervals due to environmental benefits."
Statistic 12
"Drivers may save up to $70 per year by extending their oil change intervals, assuming an average cost of $35 per oil change."
Statistic 13
"Recommendations for oil change intervals can range from 3,000 to 15,000 miles, depending on the type of oil and car."
Statistic 14
"Research shows that less than 10% of cars require an oil change every 3,000 miles."
Statistic 15
"60% of millennials are more likely to follow their vehicle manufacturer’s recommended oil change schedule."
Statistic 16
"According to a survey, 22% of drivers are unsure about when to change their vehicle's oil."
Jannik Lindner
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