Originally Posted By: OneEyeJack
The real question should be when will auto manufacturers go to the 100K service interval that includes everything, engine oil and filter, air filter, fuel filter(s), cabin air filter, spark plugs, coolant, brakes and tires. Some items are already there and others could be. It would make ownership simple and eliminate a lot of service problems along the way. A warning light and a signal to the manufacturer would help to take care of anything that would need attention before 100K.
Slow loss system? Aka, just a slow burn of the oil. Top off oil like washer fluid or DEF. Could make it so that if the tank ran dry, it would disable the oil burning feature; but otherwise, going by the oil life monitor, decide how fast to burn off oil.
Not exactly sure who this would benefit though. Most dealers still want the cars in every 5k or so, if nothing else for a tire rotation. Putting onto a lift and doing an oil change is peanuts for work. And, if I need to go in every 5k (or pick your interval), then just do all the service at the same time.