Matthew C. Keegan, Author at NAPA Know How Blog

Cloth and leather seats both have their benefits, but it's important to keep your car's interior well-maintained.

Cloth vs. Leather Seats: What’s the Right Choice for You?

By Matthew C. Keegan
October 9, 2018

Leather seats and cloth seats both have their advantages, but whatever you choose, it’s important to keep your car’s interior well-maintained.

Many cars may soon have a drowsy driver detection system as a safety feature.

Drowsy Driver Detection System: A New Safety Feature

By Matthew C. Keegan
October 7, 2018

Driver fatigue takes hundreds of lives each year. A drowsy driver detection system can help prevent accidents in the future.

Autumn Leaves Damage Car Paint: What to Do About It

By Matthew C. Keegan
September 23, 2018

Autumn leaves damage car paint if they’re not handled immediately. How to prevent the problem and what to do when your car is covered.

There are certain things you might be doing or neglecting that could cause decreasing car value.

Five Causes of Decreasing Car Value

By Matthew C. Keegan
September 21, 2018

Neglecting regular maintenance tasks and piling on the miles can lead to decreasing car value, making it harder to sell in the future.

A flood-damaged car almost completely submerged in flood waters.

Flood-Damaged Cars Following Hurricanes: Do You Fix It or Ditch It?

By Matthew C. Keegan
September 17, 2018

Hurricane Harvey left up to a million flood-damaged cars in its wake, and Irma wreaked similar havoc in the Carribbean. Should you attempt to make repairs?

This Lexus LC 500, a sleek two-door luxury coupe, utilizes carbon fiber on the interior and exterior of the car.

Carbon Fiber: Where and How is it Used in Today’s Cars?

By Matthew C. Keegan
September 3, 2018

Carbon fiber was invented by Thomas Edison. Since then, it has been used in many applications, including making today’s cars lighter and stronger.

These headlights on the Nissan Figaro – a sports car – were given headlight ratings from the IIHS.

New Headlight Ratings Rolled Out by the IIHS

By Matthew C. Keegan
September 2, 2018

The IIHS has developed headlight ratings that determine how safe your headlights are. Here’s what they mean and how to check your headlights.

What Causes Engine Misfire?

By Matthew C. Keegan
August 28, 2018

What causes engine misfire? And what does it mean for your car? Detect the problem and make the repairs before lasting damage occurs with these tips.

Hurricane tracking should alert you to start preparing your car for a safe and quick escape.

Hurricane Tracking: Keep One Eye on the Weather, the Other on Your Car

By Matthew C. Keegan
August 27, 2018

Hurricane tracking begins the moment one is forecast to affect your area. Here’s how to prepare your car for a quick escape.

A vinyl car wrap isn't for everyone. It can make your car look worse or do lasting damage if you're attempting to conceal a problem.

Vinyl Car Wrap: What Is It?

By Matthew C. Keegan
August 13, 2018

The popularity of the vinyl car wrap is growing, and it can improve your car’s appearance as long as you have your car properly painted beforehand.

Cloth vs. Leather Seats: What’s the Right Choice for You?

Drowsy Driver Detection System: A New Safety Feature

Autumn Leaves Damage Car Paint: What to Do About It

Five Causes of Decreasing Car Value

Flood-Damaged Cars Following Hurricanes: Do You Fix It or Ditch It?

Carbon Fiber: Where and How is it Used in Today’s Cars?

New Headlight Ratings Rolled Out by the IIHS

What Causes Engine Misfire?

Hurricane Tracking: Keep One Eye on the Weather, the Other on Your Car

Vinyl Car Wrap: What Is It?

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