Just 4 per cent of drivers choose which oil goes into their car during a service, a survey of 1,000 UK motorists has found.
The research, which was carried out by Mobil 1, found that 96 per cent of drivers either don't care which type of oil goes into their engine or simply goes with what a mechanic recommends. On top of this, 65 per cent of respondents said they didn't know what grade of oil their car takes and 69 per cent were unaware of which oil is recommended by their car's manufacturer.
Tim Shallcross, head of technical policy at the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) said: "Responsible owners must take an active role in their vehicle's health and wellbeing by using the right components to keep the vehicle running safely, cleanly and smoothly, and oil is one of the most important components to get right.
"The wrong grade or specification can increase engine wear dramatically, risking expensive breakdowns as well as affecting the car's value."
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