How Often Should You Change Your Oil This Summer?

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Are you ready to get your Chevy out of your garage and on the road this summer? One of the best ways you can get your vehicle prepared for summer driving is by having its oil changed. Not sure how often you should be changing your oil? Most vehicles can go between 7,500 to 10,000 miles before needing their oil changed, but the specific number depends on what you drive and other factors. 

The service team at Coastal Chevrolet has put together a helpful guide about how frequently you should be changing your vehicle’s oil and everything else you need to know. Take a look at our oil change frequency guide and schedule an oil change with us this summer!

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Summer Driving Habits That Impact Oil Change Frequency for Your Chevy Sedan

As we mentioned earlier, the length of mileage your Chevy can go between oil changes varies on the type of model you drive. How you drive also determines how often you’ll need to have your oil changed. 

Here are some summer driving habits that might lead to you changing the oil on your Chevy sedan more frequently: 

  • Off-road driving
  • High-speed racing
  • Driving in heavy stop-and-go traffic

Summer Driving Habits That Impact Oil Change Frequency for Your Chevy Truck

How often can you expect to change the oil on your Chevy truck this summer? Just like we mentioned above, the type of truck you drive, and your driving habits can have an impact on how often you change your truck’s oil. 

If you use your Chevy truck for more intense kinds of driving than a sedan or SUV, you’ll find yourself needing to change your oil more frequently. Here are some habits that can cause you to have to change your Chevy truck’s oil more often: 

  • Off-road driving
  • Heavy-duty towing
  • Commercial/business driving
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Chevy Oil FAQs

How often should I check my Chevy vehicle’s oil levels?

You should check the oil levels in your Chevy at least once per month. 

What if I don’t drive my Chevy that often?

Even if you don’t drive your Chevy that often, oil can still break down. That’s why it’s important to have your oil changed at least two times a year.

What happens if I don’t change my Chevy vehicle’s oil?

Your oil lubricates the many moving parts of your engine and filters out dirt and debris from your engine. Not changing your oil can lead to the following: 

  • Check engine can turn on
  • Knocking sounds from the engine
  • Dark and dirty oil 
  • Smoke from the exhaust pipe 
  • Overheating engine

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