Please correct me if I’m wrong because I am by now means a car repair afficionado, but isn’t disposing of oil supposed to be the problematic part of the oil change? At least from what I heard, getting rid of it in a legal/safe manner is difficult for individuals doing their own oil changes.
the store where you bought it should take it (in most western countries)
you should be able to bring it to the recycling center (or whatever they call it where you live), or sometimes regional waste collector services have a mobile station for hazardous goods, and electronics that changes location every week. then just keep an eye out on when they are near your home.
Its a total pain in the ass and the most annoying part. Usually you can take it to an auto parts store in your area that has a container you can dump it. But half the time its full and isnt emptied for weeks.
In the US, all AutoZone and Advance Auto Parts will dispose of your oil for free. Also, most municipalities will take it at special centers (same place where you might go to dispose of electronics).
Personally I have a designated where I let the oil collect from multiple oil changes, and then I take it to the county landfill maybe once every two years when there’s enough to justify a trip.
It’s a small hassle, but worth it IMO. Just depends on what is available to you.
Please correct me if I’m wrong because I am by now means a car repair afficionado, but isn’t disposing of oil supposed to be the problematic part of the oil change? At least from what I heard, getting rid of it in a legal/safe manner is difficult for individuals doing their own oil changes.
Its a total pain in the ass and the most annoying part. Usually you can take it to an auto parts store in your area that has a container you can dump it. But half the time its full and isnt emptied for weeks.
In the US, all AutoZone and Advance Auto Parts will dispose of your oil for free. Also, most municipalities will take it at special centers (same place where you might go to dispose of electronics).
Personally I have a designated where I let the oil collect from multiple oil changes, and then I take it to the county landfill maybe once every two years when there’s enough to justify a trip.
It’s a small hassle, but worth it IMO. Just depends on what is available to you.