Motor oil recycling

Proper disposal of your used motor oil is extremely important, and most people don't know that motor oil recycling is possible. Here is how you can dispose of your motor oil safely and responsibly.

Motor oil recycling and the environment

When replacing the oil in your engine, you must also properly dispose of resulting waste. Exposure to used motor oil poses a danger to your health and is a hazard to the environment. Plus, it is ofetn illegal to dump used motor oil into garbage cans, down kitchen sinks and drains and into sewers and rivers or even pour it on the ground. A single pint of oil can create an oil slick the size of a football field!

A single gallon of used oil can contaminate a million gallons of fresh water, an amount equal to a year's supply of drinking water for 50 people. Given how widespread this contamination can be, it is obvious that proper motor oil recycling measures must be taken.

A single pint of oil can create an oil slick the size of a football field!

The good news is that motor oil recycling and even oil filters recycling is easy. Used oil can be recycled into different types of fuel and lubricants, conserving the Earth's precious petroleum resources while at the same time protecting our environment. Most motor oil recycling facilities and local refuse centers accept used oil from consumers. However, if you find difficulty locating one in your area, ask your local motor oil retailer about places they recommend.