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Want to reduce oil consumption in the U.S.? Stop changing your oil so much. From Consumer Reports:
Myth: Engine oil should be changed every 3,000 miles.
Reality: Although oil companies and quick-lube shops like to promote this idea, it’s usually not necessary. Go by the recommended oil-change schedule in your vehicle’s owner’s manual. Most vehicles driven under normal conditions can go 7,500 miles or more between oil changes. Some models now come with a monitoring system that alerts the driver when the oil needs changing. Depending on driving conditions, these can extend change intervals to 10,000 or 15,000 miles.
Some European companies have an "oil change tax". I'd implement it, along with a public information campaign about the reality of how often you need to change your oil.
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