Some drivers have been known to not read the hundred plus pages of their owner’s manuals, but one industry group says that using the wrong motor oil in used cars in New York may reduce their lifespan.

Specifications in manuals often provide tire pressure, recommended oil types and other information, but drivers can also skip thumbing through the pages and open the front door of their vehicles to find the information, usually located on the rear portion of the door on a sticker.

The American Petroleum Institute says that offlabel products or those not meeting quality standards reduce fuel mileage and can wear down engines if buyers aren’t mindful of quality seals.

That’s why several companies have teamed together to form Motor Oil Matters, and enlisted the support of Alan Taylor, host of Car and Driver Radio, to tell consumers about the potential issues that may affect used cars in New York.

“For many Americans, their vehicle is their second largest investment, so getting the most out of their car in the current economic climate has become more important than ever,” noted Taylor. “Drivers need to understand why the quality of motor oil matters to their car and to their pocketbook.”