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SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL WORTH THE SPLURGE
AAA Research Shows Synthetic Oil Outperforms Conventional Counterpart
Choosing the right motor oil can be overwhelming. Conventional oil has been the industry standard for years; however, more expensive synthetic versions claim to provide better performance. Is synthetic
oil really worth the higher price tag? According to a recent study, the answer is yes.
AAA’s independent evaluations show that synthetic oil offers significantly better engine protection than conventional oil, for only $64 more per year when following a factory-recommended oil change schedule.
“Oil is the lifeblood of an engine, and AAA
found that synthetic engine oils performed nearly 50 percent better than conventional oils in a variety of industry-standard tests,” said AAA’s Automotive Engineering & Repair Managing Director John Nielsen. “AAA found that synthetic oil is particularly
beneficial to vehicles with turbo-charged engines and for vehicles that frequently drive in stop-and- go traffic, tow heavy loads or operate in extreme hot or cold conditions.”
While only a few vehicles specifically require synthetic oil, all can benefit from using it. Still, many drivers say they regularly select conventional oil because they think synthetic is too expensive, offers no benefit, is an unnecessary up-sell or because they weren’t given a choice.
The average cost of a conventional oil change at a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility is $38, while a synthetic oil change is $70. For the do-it-yourselfer, the average cost of 5 quarts of conventional oil is approximately $28, while synthetic oil is $45.
“It’s understandable that drivers may be skeptical of any service that is nearly twice the
cost of the alternative,” Nielsen said. “While a manufacturer-approved conventional oil won’t harm a vehicle’s engine, the extra $30 per oil change could actually save money in the long run by providing optimal engine protection.”
JEFF’S AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
We Take Pride in
Servicing Your Vehicle
• In Easton since 1976
• ASE Certified technicians
• Servicing domestic and imported
vehicles, including BMWs and diesels • AAA Approved Auto Repair
SPECIAL SERVICES
• We have an industry-leading 3-year/36,000-mile warrant on most services
• Six-month financing is available
FREE SERVICES WE PROVIDE
• Local shuttle service to work or home
• Local pickup and delivery of your vehicle • A loaner car for timely repairs (fuel
charge applies)
• Maintenance checkup with every service
to ensure safety and reliability
• A comfortable waiting room and free Wi-Fi
4110 William Penn Highway Easton, PA 18045
610-253-6565 www.JeffsAutomotive.com
HOURS – Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
– Saturday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL CHANGE SPECIAL
$19.95 Includes a FREE seasonal checkup
FULL SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGE SPECIAL
$49.95 Includes a FREE seasonal checkup
For faster service, please call ahead for an appointment. Most cars/light trucks. Oil change includes up to 5 qts. of motor oil and new oil filter. Mobile 1 and Castrol extra. Vehicles that require special oil or filter cost extra. Tax and disposal fee extra. Cannot combine with any other offers. Expires 12/31/17
CLIENT APPRECIATION OFFER
$25 OFF
Any Repair or Maintenance Service of $100 or More
$50 OFF
Any Repair or Maintenance Service of $250 or More
$100 OFF
Any Repair or Maintenance Service of $750 or More
Cannot be combined with any other offers. Excludes tires and batteries. One time use only. Expires 12/31/17
ALIGNMENT CHECK
FREE
Avoid premature tire wear
Includes:
Steering/Suspension Inspection Alignment check with printout (Adjustments are extra)
Any additional parts and/or labor are extra. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 12/31/17
PA STATE INSPECTION
FREE
Safety Inspection with Paid Emission Test
NOTE: MUST PRESENT AT TIME OF VEHICLE DROP-OFF.
Does not include sticker or communication fee. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 12/31/17
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3914 Hecktown Rd., Easton, PA • (610) 258-2371 • northampton.aaa.com
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