About MyOilType
Last updated: March 28, 2026
Who We Are
MyOilType.com was built and is maintained by Pete — a Pacific Northwest-based web developer and car owner who got tired of Googling "what oil does my Accord take" before every oil change and landing on auto parts store websites that just wanted to sell him their house brand.
There had to be a better way: a clean, fast, independent tool that just answers the question. No sales funnel. No signing up. No jargon. Just the answer, straight from the manufacturer's documentation.
That's what MyOilType is. A simple tool that respects your time.
Our Mission
Every car owner deserves easy access to basic maintenance information without wading through sales pitches or forum arguments. MyOilType exists to give you the answer your owner's manual has, in a format that takes three clicks instead of fifteen minutes of searching.
We believe that when people have clear, trustworthy information, they make better decisions about maintaining their vehicles — and they save money doing it.
How Our Data Works
Every fluid specification on MyOilType.com is sourced from manufacturer owner's manuals and official service documentation. Here's our process:
Step 1: Primary Sources. We pull specifications directly from manufacturer documentation — the same source your dealership uses. Oil weight, capacity, filter part numbers, transmission fluid type, coolant type, brake fluid type, and power steering fluid type all come from the vehicle's owner's manual or factory service manual.
Step 2: Cross-Reference. Oil filter part numbers are cross-referenced across major aftermarket brands (FRAM, Mobil 1, Bosch) using their official compatibility databases. We verify that each aftermarket filter matches the OEM specification before listing it.
Step 3: Industry Standards. We verify that oil specifications align with current API (American Petroleum Institute) and ILSAC (International Lubricants Standardization and Approval Committee) certification standards.
Step 4: Review. Every vehicle page includes a "last verified" date showing when the data was last confirmed against its source. We review data regularly and update pages when manufacturers issue revised specifications.
What We Don't Do
We don't pull data from forums, crowd-sourced databases, or other aggregator sites. We don't guess. If we can't verify a specification from a manufacturer source, we don't list it. An honest "we don't have that vehicle yet" is better than an inaccurate answer.
We also don't provide professional automotive advice. MyOilType is a reference tool. If you have questions about your specific vehicle's condition or maintenance needs, consult a qualified mechanic.
How We Make Money
MyOilType.com earns revenue through display advertising and affiliate product links. When you click a product link on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Our recommendations are based on manufacturer specifications, not affiliate payouts. Learn more on our How We Make Money page.
Meet Ollie
Ollie is our mascot — a friendly little car who just wants to help you take care of your vehicle. You'll see Ollie pop up around the site with helpful tips and quick answers. Ollie is not a mechanic, not a salesperson, and definitely not a chatbot. Just a friendly face.
Contact Us
Have a question, found an error in our data, or want to request a vehicle? We'd love to hear from you.
Email: hello@myoiltype.com