It can be cheaper to change your oil yourself versus taking it to an oil-change shop or dealership. However, oil changes have become more complicated in modern cars, with some requiring special tools.
You watch a slick YouTube video of ChrisFix's DIY oil change, and suddenly changing your own oil feels like a rite of passage. Somewhere in the back of every car owner's mind lurks this thought: "Well ...
Oil is the lifeblood of an engine, and changing it regularly is a simple act of maintaining your car. Doing so will keep it running smoothly and to prevent sludge and debris from building up inside.