Commercial Vehicle Oil Changes
Whether you drive a small sedan or a heavy-duty commercial vehicle, keeping up with regular oil changes is vital to overall vehicle health on your Rochester drives. Not too long ago, oil change guidelines required more frequent services. With advances in oil and automotive technology, the lifespan of engine oil has drastically increased, and with it, the frequency of necessary oil changes. While there is no hard and fast rule, there are some guidelines you can follow for commercial vehicle oil changes.
General Oil Change Intervals
- Depending on how your fleet is operated, oil changes may happen at more frequent intervals. Typically, the low-end for oil changes are somewhere between 13,000-16,000 miles for heavy-duty vehicles, and 3,000-5,000 mile for light-duty vehicles.
- These days, the average for an oil change to be done sits at around 25,000 miles for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, and around 5,000 miles for light-duty.
- Some commercial vehicles and trucks, when properly cared for, can go without an oil change for up to 50,000 miles.
- Advances in diesel engine technology can even push certain vehicles past the 50,000 mile mark, drastically cutting down on yearly oil change needs.
What Determines Oil Change Frequency?
On average, you will want to get commercial vehicle service, including an oil change, no later than 30,000 miles to be on the safe side. Several factors impact when your oil should be changed, including:
- Oil Quality: Much like everything else in the automotive world, something of poor quality won’t last as long as a quality product. Low quality oil won’t last as long as high quality oil, and it can also cause damage to your engine.
- Driving Habits: If you push your vehicle too hard, drive it on steep inclines frequently, or consistently drive on rough surfaces, your efficiency will drop and your oil will need to be changed more frequently.
- Engine Condition: Some companies and fleet managers will use special equipment to monitor engine health and age. They will use this information to gauge oil change frequency, rather than basing it on mileage. Generally, testing the engine to determine oil changes is for heavy-duty, long-haul commercial vehicles.
- Driving Conditions: Driving through severe heat or severe cold for hundreds of miles impacts your oil. It will loose its thickness in heat, and becomes thicker in cold weather. These both have adverse affects on your engine, and could therefore force an oil change sooner than planned.
Get Commercial Vehicle Service at Lynch Truck Center
Is your Waterford job-site in need of commercial vehicle service? Visit Lynch Truck Center, your Lynch Truck Center area truck center, for all your oil change and service needs. If you have any questions about how to follow a commercial truck maintenance checklist, please don’t hesitate to contact us today!
The entrance of FoxConn into Wisconsin is proving a huge boost for the economy in Rochester and surrounding communities. The creation of a $10 billion dollar advanced manufacturing campus, FoxConn not only will create employment through their direct employees but through the use of local businesses in their creation, as well as their use of good and services. Explore the impact FoxConn is having on Lynch Truck Center and other local businesses below.
Wisconsin First
FoxConn is following a “Wisconsin First” Policy, which means the vast majority of contracts and services are going to Wisconsin based businesses:
- A total of 90% of all contracts currently have been awarded to Wisconsin businesses
- Close to 35% of contracts were to certified small/disadvantaged businesses
- One-third of their anticipated 4.2 billion annual goods and services will be sourced from Wisconsin
- Experts expect a projected return of $18 billion dollars to the Wisconsin economy from the FoxConn project
FoxConn has also made an effort to partner with businesses that are owned by veterans, women, and minorities. A clear indicator FoxConn intends to further equal opportunities in business and positively impact business across the state.
The FoxConn Impact
The significance of FoxConn has created what is known as the FoxConn Ripple Effect. The creation of the FoxConn campus will impact:
- 26 counties
- 68 communities
- 154 companies
One of these businesses is our very own Lynch Truck Center! We are proud to be partnering with a successful business like FoxConn that is dedicated to supporting and growing local business in Wisconsin.
Proud to be a FoxConn Partner
If you are in need of commercial vehicles or commercial vehicle maintenance, we invite you to find out why FoxConn chose us as a local partner. You will discover knowledgeable staff, a wide selection of inventory, a variety of financing options, and a capable service center. Paired with frequent parts and service specials and you will see Lynch Truck Center is dedicated to supporting the business needs of our customers. Whether you are the size of FoxConn, or a local start-up, you can count on us at Lynch Truck Center. Visit us today to learn more!
How to Make Your Tires Last Longer: Tire Care Tips
Extending the length of your tire life not only saves your business money in the long run, but keeps you and your employees safe. At Lynch Truck Center we want to help you keep your tires in top shape for your jobs ahead. Learn more about the ways to keep up your commercial truck’s tires with us and be sure to visit our parts center in the event they need replacing.
Follow These Care Tips
- Check the tire air pressure – We recommend checking the tire air pressure monthly. Tires can lose up to a pound per square inch of pressure each month which will impact their lifespan and your safety. In the winter, they could lose more and the summer will cause them to gain more.
- Have your tires rotated every regularly – The general guideline is every 5,000 miles, though that could vary depending on the type of driving and amount of hauling you do. Especially with front-wheel drive models, there can be uneven tire wear. Rotating the tires allows the ones working hardest to take a break.
- Make sure your wheels are balanced – If the weight is distributed to one wheel more than the other, this could also create uneven wear. Making sure they are balanced after a tire rotation will prevent that.
- Check the alignment twice a year – Misaligned wheels will wear out a lot faster, so make sure you check your alignment twice a year. This can happen over time, if you hit the edge of a curb, or even hit a pothole, so be sure to watch for the signs like the wheels shaking.
- Read the tire code on the sidewall – What do the numbers and letters on tires mean? They indicate important specs like tire size, speed rating, load index, and more. When you’re replacing your vehicle’s tires, you should always make sure the tires you choose are appropriate based on the code.
Have Your Truck Tires Checked at Lynch Truck Center
Whether you need new truck tires, tire chains, or simply want to keep up with the maintenance fo your current ones, the commercial vehicle service center at Lynch Truck Center can help. And when you’re ready to bring your heavy-duty truck in for a service appointment, be sure to check out our parts and service specials to save your business some money. Contact us today at Lynch Truck Center for more truck maintenance tips and expert service!
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