# 5 Motor Oil Myths You Need To Stop Believing

> Motor oil and the subsequent maintenance have been around since the invention of the automobile. From the earliest days, automakers made lubrication oil from animal fats and vegetable oils.

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- **Published:** 2025-12-20
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ev #motor #believing #myths #stop #animal #around #automakers
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