When Hayden was about two years old, I had to get an oil change for my car before we left on a trip. Not thinking, I went to where I’ve always gone, bringing Hayden with me sans stroller. After we walked in and I gave my information to the desk, I quickly realized my mistake. I had 30-45 minutes to kill in a dirty waiting room with one old television turned to the Price is Right. Sure, I had toys and snacks in my diaper bag to entertain Hayden but he wanted to run and explore the waiting room. No way! After that experience, I quickly started bringing my car to the Walmart Automotive Care Centers and have been for the last 5 years.
Walmart Automotive Care Centers are the perfect place for parents to go for oil changes {or new tires as I’ve done before!}. While your car is being worked on, you’re able to grab a bite to eat, get some grocery shopping AND other shopping done and more. Not only does it save you time, it saves you money.
We have a road trip coming up plus this winter has been pretty hard on my van, so I knew it was time to get to Walmart for an oil change. Walmart makes it really easy – just park your car and head inside to the Automotive Care Center. Dropping it off and talking to the technician was fast and easy. They had my information already and he went over the different options of oil changes, which are:
- Conventional Motor Oil – A traditional oil base, fortified with Active Cleaning Agents™ to continuously prevent dirt and contaminants from creating performance-robbing deposits.
- High Mileage Vehicle – Helps to reduce leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines. It’s a motor oil that is specifically designed for new or late model vehicles with over 75,000 miles, to help keep the engines running clean and going strong for a long time.
- Platinum (synthetic motor oil) – Best cleanliness and protection in the Pennzoil line-up. With PurePlus™ Technology, the Platinum® motor oil is proven to keep pistons up to 40% cleaner than the toughest industry standard. PurePlus™ Technology is a revolutionary process that converts natural gas into a 99.5% pure base oil.
I’ve gone for the conventional motor oil before but this time, I decided to get the High Mileage Vehicle oil change since our van just hit 75,000 miles and we were going on a long road trip. I chose Pennzoil since their oils help clean out sludge lesser oils leave behind. Plus, Pennzoil is designed for complete protection and will allow you to drive an extra of 550 miles per year vs. a dirty engine.
Pennzoil also offers a free warranty that covers 15 engine parts that may fail due to engine wear or which experience abnormal wear due to friction.
They were pretty busy so the wait was going to be about an hour which was no problem. I had a long list of things I needed to pick up, plus since I had Hayden with me I knew he would want to spend some time in the toy department.
After Hayden showed me EVERYTHING that he wanted for his birthday, he proclaimed that he was hungry. Luckily, our Walmart has a Subway so we sat down for some lunch. I also love that Walmart has a hot case so you could even grab food from there to eat while you’re waiting.
After lunch, I was able to pick up some groceries and other healthcare essentials. Then we walked around the whole store and checked out everything from clothing to furniture. You might be wondering how I would know that my car was ready? The technician will give you this little slip of paper that you can scan at any price checker throughout the store. It will let you know exactly where your car is – whether it’s in the bay or the job is complete!
Once the oil change was done,we were ready to go. If I have a big shopping trip, I’ll check out up front at the lanes, but if I don’t have too much I will have them check me out back in the Automotive Care Center so I can buy everything at once.
They gave me a sheet that went over everything they did to my car which I appreciated – it’s a good thing to keep in your glove compartment! Check out all that is included in an oil change – I really appreciate the vacuuming. 🙂
And just so you don’t forget when your next oil change is AND what kind of oil was used in your car, there’s a handy sticker that they affix to your windshield.
If you’re a parent with no time, the place to go for oil changes is the Walmart Automotive Care Centers! You’ll love the ability to knock several places off your list at once.
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My husband takes care of all of our car stuff. Our closest Walmart does not have an auto care center, so we have never tried it.
I have gotten my oil changed at Walmart! I love that I can shop while they change my oil so that I can come home and get housework done.
My car is about ready for an oil change, and I’ll definitely be heading to Walmart. I love that I can drop my car off while I’m checking other shopping errands off of my list. Thanks for sharing! #client
I LOVE getting my oil changed at WalMart for so many reasons. I love being able to stroll the store while getting my car worked on versus just waiting.
I like getting my oil changes at Walmart. I go shopping in the meantime instead of being unproductive waiting
As much as I go to Walmart I have never tried their car center before. I’m going to check it out!
I love going to the Walmart automotive center! The staff there is always so friendly and helpful.
I have gotten my oil changed several times at Walmart. It’s really convenient to shop while they work on your car.
I haven’t had my oil changed at wal-mart before, but im due for one now, so maybe ill try it out. It seems convenient to shop while i wait.
Having something to do while you wait is always a plus! Might as well kill to errands at once!
My Walmart doesn’t have an automotive department, but my mom’s does and she always goes there for her oil changes. She likes to be able to shop while it’s getting done!
We don’t drive but I’m so glad when we do we are close to a Walmart and can take advantage! So great, cars can be super expensive with repairs/etc!
I have been going to Walmart for oil changes for years. I always get great service. I love that i can shop while i wait.
I have never used Walmart for oil changes, but you raise a great point about why maybe I should start using them. For some reason, I have just always used some drive up place, but I love the idea of walking the stores window shopping instead of sitting in a cold, dreary waiting area of the drive up place I usually use. I am due for an oil change, I will test Walmart and see how I like them!
My wonderful husband usually does ours. When he can’t we take ours to walmart
Sounds like they’ve thought of everything! Our Walmart doesn’t do this, but I do wish that it did.
Walmart is where we go to get our oil changed too. It’s nice that I am able to get the grocery shopping done while I wait.
I used to go get my oil changed at Wal-Mart. I have no idea why I stopped but you just reminded me that I need to go back again. 🙂
I miss having a Wal Mart Auto Center close. I used to take my car in , drop it off, and then head into the store to get my shopping done trip. Few hours later I was on my way. Sure made things easier.
We use Walmart for oil changes! It’s the best way to go!
I really need to think about getting my oil changed at Walmart. It is nice to be able to have something to do while waiting!
Sadly I don’t have a Walmart anywhere near me and I don’t drive or I’d be all over this! 🙂
Such a convenient service! I would definitely love to be able to get shopping done while I wait
The old school guy in me loves working on my car as much as possible, brakes and fluid changes, along with other basic repairs. I can definitely see the appeal of being able to kill two birds with one stone by dropping the car off and doing shopping at the same time.
Yes I have gone to walmart for car repairs before when it was just me and my husband wasn’t around to fix it. I find it easy because I can browse the aisles, shop, get a snack and the time passes pretty quickly!
I actually never got my oil changed at Walmart. I bought many batteries but its good to know you can get your oiled changed there too!
You’re soo right about that! Walmart auto center is a parents dream!