What can I say? I've always used OEM oil filters in my cars. You can get away with aftermarket air filters, but an engine oil filter is a different story, IMO. Why take a chance on some "fly by night" oil filter- to save a few bucks? I've been in the automobile business for over 25 years, and my experience tells me that an Original Equipment Manufacture Oil Filter is the ONLY WAY TO FLY...