The all-new ECOGARD SYNTHETIC+ S11830 is a unique, must-stock cartridge oil filter designed for use when servicing the popular 2020 Hyundai Accent/Sonata/Venue or 2020 Kia Rio. We wouldn’t normally feel the need to write an in-depth overview for an oil filter, but the ECOGARD S11830 (OE Hyundai 26350-2M000) is no ordinary cartridge oil filter. When…
The all-new ECOGARD® Synthetic+ S11878 is a must-stock spin-on oil filter designed for use when servicing popular 2020 heavy-duty GM diesel trucks. The S11878 is a direct replacement for OE part number 12684038.
The all-new ECOGARD® Synthetic+ S11830 is a unique, must-stock cartridge oil filter designed for use when servicing the popular 2020 Hyundai Accent.
Welcome to 2020! We’ve just kicked off a brand-new decade and for many of us in North America, that means driving around in frigid temperatures – sometimes during extreme inclement weather. If you’re like most people, you haven’t given much thought to the impact that driving in cold or hot climates can have on a…
If you’re a professional installer in 2019, you probably can’t help but feel a little anxious about the long-term viability of your business when everyone is talking about electric vehicles (EV’s) taking over in the not so distant future. Make no mistake – battery-powered EV’s will play a significant role in powering the cars and…
A required-to-stock, spin-on oil filter, for select 2019 and newer General Motors vehicles. What’s the difference between the S11642 and the X2222/S2222? Although they look similar and have the same thread, the S11642 is not interchangeable with the X2222 or S2222. The ECOGARD S11642 was uniquely designed to fit and function as a replacement for…
These days, a lot of passenger vehicles and many fairly large crossovers are coming to market with tiny 1.4 to 2.0-liter gas engines paired with turbochargers. I started to notice it a few years ago but didn’t really grasp the depth of this transition until I began car shopping recently. Turbocharged vehicles are taking over…
ECOGARD Oil Filter X10249 is superseded to X11646 and only available as long as inventory lasts. New ECOGARD X11646 is a redesigned filter to fit the Isuzu N-Series and GM Tilt Cab Trucks where the X10249 is recommended and additional, newer vehicles. ECOGARD electronic catalogs, iOS and Android apps have been updated to recommend…
A synthetic oil change should be a really easy sell these days. Not because customers are cognizant of the benefits of using higher quality lubricants and premium filters, but because the use of synthetic lubricants by automakers is becoming more prevalent and on many late model vehicles it’s not just a recommendation, but a strict…
The search for a new car or truck can be a stressful experience. After all, it is a big purchase for many people and it’s a decision that most of us have to live with for at least a few years. Taking care of that nice new ride shouldn’t stress anyone out though. Sadly, that’s…