Oil Changes

Oil Change in Herndon/Reston, VA

Routine oil change services help keep your car healthy. At Virginia Tire & Auto, you receive top-of-the-line service from our highly-trained technicians. Our expert mechanics ensure that you’re getting everything you need, which is why they’re trained to perform a 25-point courtesy inspection of your entire vehicle.

Our oil change service in Herndon/Reston, VA, is the fast, friendly and efficient service that has helped keep engines in Northern Virginia driving smoothly for years.

Oil Change Prices*

  • Chevron Supreme Synthetic Blend Oil

    $44.99

    MyCar Club Price – $34.99

     

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    • Synthetic Blend Oil is a mixture of synthetic and conventional oils that serves as a midpoint between the two.
    • Better protection and performance than conventional oil can provide, especially in severe driving conditions, but not as good as a Full Synthetic Oil.
  • Havoline Pro-DS Full Synthetic Oil

    $84.99

    MyCar Club Price – $74.99

     

    chevron havoline pro-ds full synthetic oil
    • Full Synthetic Oil is a specially formulated motor oil that offers more complete protection for your engine than conventional oils can provide.
    • Full Synthetic Oil helps keep your engine as close to new as possible for as long as possible.
    • Full Synthetic Oil is recommended for severe driving conditions like stop-and-go traffic, big-city commutes and towing.
    • More and more vehicle manufacturers today require Full Synthetic Oil. See if yours is one of them.
  • Mobil 1 Premium Full Synthetic Oil

    $114.99

    MyCar Club Price – $104.99

     

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    • Mobil 1 is the gold standard of motor oil.
    • Mobil 1 was the first Full Synthetic Oil ever developed and has played a vital role in the world of motorsports.
    • A worldwide recognized brand, this premium Full Synthetic Oil outperforms other full synthetic oils, providing the ultimate engine protection and performance.

*Includes oil filter replacement and up to 5 quarts of oil. Some oil filters extra. Taxes and shop supply charge not included.

Why select Virginia Tire & Auto of Herndon/Reston for your oil change service?

The expert mechanics at our Herndon/Reston location never want to recommend services you don’t actually need, which is the motivation behind the 25-point courtesy inspection included in our oil change service. We make sure your belts, hoses, and brakes are good to go, your battery is charged up, and that all your fluids and tires are sitting at proper levels.

In addition to our 25-Point Oil Change Service, we offer a 90-day/4,000-mile oil and filter warranty. We want to make sure that you have peace of mind when you hit the road.

Our Herndon/Reston location features several bays equipped to take on your auto repair needs. No matter your car’s make and model, Virginia Tire & Auto is here to help.

Read: Why Do We Need Oil Changes and When Should We Get Them?

Our 25-Point Oil Change Service includes:

  • Oil Change (up to 5 quarts)
  • Oil Filter Replacement
  • Service Reminder Reset
  • Exterior Windshield Cleaning
  • Front Mat Vacuum
  • Oil Residue Cleaning

Checking (if equipped and accessible):

  • Engine Air Filter
  • Cabin Air Filter
  • Visible Belts
  • Visible Hoses
  • Tire Tread Depth
  • Battery & Terminals
  • Exterior Lights & Horn
  • Wiper Blades
  • Brake Fluid
  • Transmission Fluid
  • Axle Boots
  • Struts
  • Shocks
  • Inspection & Tag Expiration Date
  • Dashboard Warning Lights

Checking and Filling:

  • Tire Pressure
  • Windshield Washer Fluid
  • Coolant/Antifreeze
  • Power Steering Fluid

Why do you need routine oil change service?

If your engine is the heart of your car, then oil is your vehicle’s blood. The primary responsibility of oil is to lubricate the different parts of your car’s engine. It also acts as a cooling agent that keeps your engine from overheating. Over time, though, your oil becomes less effective due to exposure to air, heat and moisture, causing it to thicken and become sludge-like. Without an oil change, your oil will no longer pump smoothly through your engine, and it won’t battle debris that damages your engine, resulting in costly repairs.

Having a regular oil change service can keep your car in tip-top shape and prevent your engine from becoming damaged. By visiting our Herndon/Reston location for your routine oil change, you can keep your mind on more important things—like where you’re going next.

How often do you need an oil change?

The old standard for how often you should receive an oil change was every 3,000 miles or every three months. With today’s auto advancements, your car’s engine can potentially drive for longer between each oil change.

At Virginia Tire & Auto, we advise that customers get oil change service as often as the manufacturer of the vehicle recommends. The car’s recommended oil change interval can be found in the owner’s manual. If the vehicle is also equipped with an oil life monitoring system, the car should be brought in when the system notifies the driver that an oil change is needed.

If the recommended interval cannot be found and the car is not equipped with a monitoring system, a Virginia Tire & Auto sales associate will access the vehicle’s oil change schedule electronically and let you know the advised oil change interval by your manufacturer. After you receive an oil change service at Virginia Tire & Auto of Herndon/Reston, the oil change mileage interval can be found on your printed invoice and is used to measure the mileage for the next recommended oil change interval. A reminder sticker is also placed on the windshield of your vehicle.

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What kind of oil do you need for your car?

At Virginia Tire & Auto, we use synthetic blends and synthetic oil for our oil change service in Herndon/Reston, VA. Compared to conventional and mineral oil, synthetic oil:

  • Offers powerful protection on engine wear.

Your engine’s parts are in constant contact with one another. The oil acts as a barrier between the components of your engine. As the oil breaks down, it can’t protect from wear and tear. Synthetic oils retain their wear protection properties much longer, which increases engine life.

  • Keeps your engine cleaner.

Synthetic oils have fewer impurities compared to other oils. This allows the oil to oppose the formation of sludge, which prevents deposits from forming in your engine.

  • Runs better in colder temperatures.

Oil settles as your car sits for a while, whether it be overnight or over the weekend. When the ignition starts, it can take a little while for the oil to start flowing, especially in colder climates and/or months. Synthetic oils, however, flow quickly even at lower temperatures and start protecting the engine right after your car starts.

  • Protects better in warmer temperatures.

Hot temperatures can cause conventional oil to break down quickly. When running, engines are already really warm. Add that to hot temperatures outside, and the oil protecting your engine can break down or even evaporate, leaving your engine open to wear and tear. Synthetic oils resist high temperatures, protecting your engine in warm climates.

To find out which oil to receive at your next oil change, ask the experts at Virginia Tire & Auto. Schedule your visit today for oil change services in Herndon/Reston, VA!

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