Waste oil from your car can be recycled and reused.
Motor vehicle oils are widely considered waste once it's dirty and is changed out from the vehicle, but it can be refined and reused through the oil recycling process. This helps protect the environment because it keeps the oil out of natural bodies of water, groundwater or soil. There are certain steps to take to recycle waste oil.
Instructions
1. Keep all of the different types of oil separate and never let them come into contact with water. Mixing different oil or mixing them with water can make them unrecyclable.
2. Gather your waste oil into tightly sealed containers.
3. Bring your waste oil to a vehicle repair shop. All types of car repair shops, including service stations and quick lubes, routinely accept and recycle waste oil. Call to check whether the shop accepts waste oil.
4. Bring your waste oil to a recycling center. Some recycling centers will accept oil. To find a recycling center near you, contact your local government office or use online resources to find centers near you.
