It took 17 replies to this article before anyone mentioned a filter by brand (specifically Fram).
But what about the ro;e of that device? Everywhere you go, you hear different opinions about this brand or that one. I have heard several professional mechanics swear that they would never put a Fram filter in their vehicle, yet this brand is more readily available in stores, and is probably the biggest seller. If those filters are so bad, why are they still on the market? Why don't the naysayers promote their preference?
Beyond brands, is there a difference between a regular filter and an extended-use version of the same make? It seems strange to me that these "premium" filters only started to appear a few years ago. Is it just marketing that creates these?
WhatI am asking, ultimately, is where can I go to get honest, unadulterated information (not just opinions) on quality and reliability of oil and filter products.