How many more kilometers can I drive when prompted to 'change engine oil immediately'?
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When the vehicle displays the 'change engine oil immediately' warning, you can typically drive for about 10,000 kilometers more. When to change engine oil: Under normal driving conditions for new cars using synthetic oil, the oil can generally be changed every 10,000 kilometers, and in some cases, it can even be extended to 20,000 kilometers. Automotive maintenance professionals consider 'normal driving' to mean frequent highway driving with minimal stop-and-go traffic. However, if you often drive in the city with frequent traffic lights, constant traffic congestion, and most trips not exceeding a dozen kilometers, this type of driving is classified as 'severe driving'.