Automotive expertise from NAPA AUTO PARTS
Sharing NAPA Know How for all is what we do here at the NAPA Know How Blog. The Know How category is the place to find the information you need to be educated about your vehicle. Whether you are a beginner DIYer, a seasoned mechanic, or a patron of your local NAPA AutoCare there is always something new to learn.
We’ll tell you how your car works, why maintenance matters, what tools you need, and how to stay safe. We’ve got tips for servicing brakes, how your oil filter works, checking your cooling system, choosing the right brake fluid, even dealing with water damage after a flood. Our guides will help equip you to make the right decisions for your situation, how to prepare for your next repair, and how to pick the right tools for the job. Since NAPA is more than just auto parts, you can also learn about your lawn equipment, boat, RV, ATV, UTV, or snowmobile.
Your battery went flat, it is dead and you need to get to work in the morning. After rummaging around in the cabinet, you drag out hulking metal box with … Continue Reading Polarizing Options – Choosing a Battery Charger
One of the most overlooked upgrades is your vehicle’s battery. While the type of battery under the hood is not likely to give you any horsepower gains, it will save … Continue Reading Car Batteries 101 – Automotive Battery Guide For Any Driver
Used motor oil should be re-refined and recycled to cut back on crude oil demand and protect local waterways. Changing your vehicle’s oil is necessary to keep it in top … Continue Reading Don’t Toss That Used Motor Oil! Here’s Why You Should Always Recycle It
Lead-acid batteries are nearly 100% recyclable. Many auto parts stores and collection sites will gladly take your battery off your hands to give the materials new life, again and again. … Continue Reading Bring Your Dead Car Battery Back To Life—Recycle It!
Automotive lighting has come a long way during NAPA’s long history. Early 20th-century vehicles used carbide, oil and gas lamps to dimly light shadowy dirt roads. By the 1930s, automotive lighting … Continue Reading How HID Headlights Work (And Why We Love Them)
When cars were first invented, much of the technology used in their design and use was carried over from carriages. Driving at night was done much in the same manner … Continue Reading Enlightenment – Modern Headlight Technology
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If a heavy snowstorm hits while you’re on the road, a well-stocked winter emergency car kit could save your life. Treacherous driving conditions can lead to accidents, breakdowns or getting … Continue Reading Winter Road Safety: Build an emergency car kit [Infographic]
Above image: These wiper blades are worn far past the point of needing replacement. Is it really worth risking life and limb to avoid swapping out worn blades for a … Continue Reading Replace Wiper Blades for Improved Visibility and Safety
Rust is the bane of existence for most gearheads. Unless your vehicle is made entirely of plastic or fiberglass, rust will eventually sink its claws into the metal and cause … Continue Reading Molecular Deconstruction – How to Remove Rust
Sweat is beading up on your forehead, the mid-day sun blistering the skin on the back of your neck and a blast of 80-mile an hour wind about knocks you … Continue Reading Dealing With A Broken Wheel Stud