How often should the engine oil be changed if the car is rarely driven?
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How often the engine oil should be changed depends on the type of oil. Below are the types of engine oil and their corresponding replacement intervals: 1. Mineral oil: Change every 5,000 kilometers or 3 months; 2. Semi-synthetic oil: Change every 7,500 kilometers or 6 months; 3. Fully synthetic oil: Change every 10,000 kilometers or 1 year. Additional information: Mineral oil is directly refined from crude oil, semi-synthetic oil contains many additives, and fully synthetic oil is entirely chemically synthesized with additives. Among the three, fully synthetic oil offers the best lubrication and cleaning effects, significantly improves engine performance, and has slower power degradation. Semi-synthetic oil is next in line, while mineral oil has higher viscosity and thicker oil film.