Benjamin Hunting, Author at NAPA Know How Blog

Streaking windshield wipers. Modern windshield wipers have come a long way and, when they are in good shape, do a great job of pushing water off of your windshield. Here's the history behind the humble windshield wiper.

A Quick History of Windshield Wipers

By Benjamin Hunting
February 18, 2019

Wondering about the history of windshield wipers? We’ve got you covered with this walk through the evolution of modern wipers.

Must-Have Winter ATV Riding Essentials

By Benjamin Hunting
February 9, 2019

Here are the cold weather winter ATV riding essentials that will hold you over through the winter.

Snow covering a car's windshield wipers during a winter storm. Buying a real set of winter wiper blades can help you get through the winter season hassle-free.

What Are Winter Wiper Blades? A Seasonal Primer

By Benjamin Hunting
February 8, 2019

What are winter wiper blades? You’ve no doubt seen this item lurking on the shelves of your local auto parts store, but a quick inspection doesn’t necessarily reveal the key differences between these wipers and the spring/summer/fall set you’re used to running. Why would you consider swapping in a different set of wiper blades once the snow starts to fall and the cold weather sets in?

A highway during a blizzard. Use these four tips to avoid having a dead battery during the coldest months of the year.

4 Winter Car Battery Tips For Cold Weather Survival

By Benjamin Hunting
February 7, 2019

Looking for winter car battery tips to keep your car from needing a regular jump-start during the coldest months of the year? It’s true that the snow-and-ice season can take a toll on even the most robust battery, but there are a number of things you can do to not just make it through the chill, but also extend the life of your vehicle’s electrical system in the process…

An alternator in an engine bay. Replacing your car's alternator doesn't have to be an arduous repair. Following these four steps will ensure you'll be able to replace your car's alternator without much trouble.

4 Alternator Replacement Tips That Will Save You Time and Trouble

By Benjamin Hunting
February 4, 2019

Looking for alternator replacement tips? We’ve got four that will make the job quick and easy.

Top 5 Battery Powered Tools You Need for Your Garage

By Benjamin Hunting
February 2, 2019

Battery powered tools are some of the most versatile helpers you can have in your garage. Going cordless means the freedom to go wherever your project takes you, including those hard-to-reach angles, nooks and crannies where air tools or corded units simply can’t fit. Check out the top five battery powered tools you need for your garage…

3 Smart Tips For Brake Pad Replacement

By Benjamin Hunting
January 30, 2019

Knowing when it’s time for a brake pad replacement can save you a significant amount of money when it comes to maintaining your car. It’s best to wait until they’ve served their last useful mile and you’ve received maximum value from each set, but if you go too long, you run the risk of damaging other brake components…

A car's push-button ignition system. If you have trouble starting your car, here are four signs that point toward a failing starter.

4 Signs of a Failing Starter

By Benjamin Hunting
January 29, 2019

A failing starter can leave you stranded. Here’s when to replace this part of your car before that happens.

Do I Need to Warm Up My Car? A Winter Primer

By Benjamin Hunting
January 26, 2019

“Do I need to warm up my car” is a question posed by anyone living in a climate where the mercury often drops well below the freezing point. Whether you’re getting ready to go to work in the morning or heading out to the parking lot after a full day, the prospect of a cold car is uninviting…

Brake Rotor Replacement: What Is a Rotor and What Does It Do?

By Benjamin Hunting
January 24, 2019

Brake rotor replacement is something every driver eventually faces, and it helps to understand a little about how this component fits into your car’s braking ecosystem so you can make smart choices when talking to your mechanic. Brake rotors are some of the most durable parts on your car, but over time the stress of daily driving takes a toll, even on steel…

A Quick History of Windshield Wipers

Must-Have Winter ATV Riding Essentials

What Are Winter Wiper Blades? A Seasonal Primer

4 Winter Car Battery Tips For Cold Weather Survival

4 Alternator Replacement Tips That Will Save You Time and Trouble

Top 5 Battery Powered Tools You Need for Your Garage

3 Smart Tips For Brake Pad Replacement

4 Signs of a Failing Starter

Do I Need to Warm Up My Car? A Winter Primer

Brake Rotor Replacement: What Is a Rotor and What Does It Do?

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