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Regular oil changes are an important part of maintaining your vehicle. Changing the oil regularly will help improve your engine performance, reduce harmful emissions, raise your gas mileage, and extend the engine life of your vehicle. Depending on the type of vehicle and oil type, oil changes should be done every 3,000 – 5,000 miles. Keep in mind, regular oil changes are much more cost effective than needing an engine replaced due to lack of maintenance. Mention this post and receive $10 off your next oil change at Five Star Automotive!

Catalytic converters – Why do they get stolen? Thieves target catalytic converters because they contain platinum, rhodium, and palladium. These metals are expensive and thieves can get up to several hundred dollars at a scrap yard depending on the size and current value of the metals inside of it. California has very strict regulations on catalytic converters. It is important to ensure your repairs are completed with a reputable mechanic to ensure the repairs meet California regulations when the vehicle is due for a smog check.