You will likely come across motor oil if you’re an automobile owner, shop mechanic, or business owner. Knowing how to dispose of it properly is paramount to keeping your business, home, or workplace in the best conditions. Here is some information about motor oil disposal you should know. The Dangers of Improper Disposal of Used Motor Oil You might think of motor oil as a benefactor and necessity for your vehicle. While it is a lifesaver for automobile engines, it can be a detriment to the environment, pets, and other people. It contains highly toxic chemicals, so it is vital... View Article
Most of us like to do what we can to live a lower-impact life. It’s important to minimize our own footprint on our world, and, in many instances, it’s not terribly difficult to do so. Recycling your used engine oil is one such instance. No matter if you’re a DIY-er gearhead or the owner of a large auto shop, recycling used engine oil is a great way to turn old materials into new while also minimizing the need for massive industrial production that creates more original oil. That said, many of our customers wonder exactly what happens to their old... View Article
Oils of all sorts can really pile up around the house, especially if you’re storing old and/or used quantities to later properly dispose of. A lot of folks like to change their own car or lawnmower’s motor oil, while others prefer to keep cooking oils out of both their drains and our landfills. Recycling these oils is absolutely a net positive for both your own home and for our society, but it’s important to know how to handle used oil at home. Read on for some more quick tips on how you can safely and effectively store, manage and dispose... View Article
If you’re a DIY kind of person, you may choose to change your vehicle’s motor oil at home. It’s not easy—and it might not always be pleasant—but it can be worthwhile, and it’s always cheaper than bringing the car to a mechanic. However, you may be wondering how to safely get rid of oil at home. Here are our leading tips to put into practice with your next oil change. Capture all used oil The first step in used oil disposal at home is to ensure you safely catch all of it. When you drain the crankcase and remove the... View Article
Energy companies, car manufacturers and environmentalists worldwide are focused on renewable energy sources these days. And for good reason—moving towards green energy can help alleviate the strain on the Earth caused by fossil fuels. But instead of driving hybrid and electric vehicles to save the planet, why don’t we start oil recycling? Motor oil never “goes bad.” The only reason we get oil changes so frequently is because the oil becomes contaminated with fuel, water, dirt and other engine-harming debris. Processes that have been around since the 1970s allow us to re-refine old motor oil, effectively restoring it to its... View Article
