What Type of Engine Oil is Suitable for Winter?
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In winter, 5W30 engine oil is more suitable. Winter engine oil must meet three key characteristics: low viscosity, low pour point, and good anti-wear performance to provide optimal protection for the engine. Winter temperatures are relatively low, which reduces the fluidity of oil in cold conditions. Some oils may even solidify in environments below -10°C, so winter-grade oil needs to have excellent low-temperature fluidity. When selecting winter engine oil, it's also important to distinguish between oil categories, which include mineral oil, semi-synthetic oil, and full synthetic oil. Most mineral oils are paraffin-based, and wax tends to crystallize at low temperatures, significantly increasing the oil's viscosity.