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Four Car Maintenance New Year’s Resolutions

What Are Cold Cranking Amps?

Elliott Races to First NASCAR Cup Series Championship with Win at Phoenix

Sweet Crowned 2020 World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series Champion

Tire Pressure and Cold Weather: How to Avoid Getting a Winter Flat

Going With The Flow: How an Engine Oil Filter Works

5 Signs of a Weak Car Battery

The check engine light can be intimidating for a DIYer, but it doesn't have to be.
Posted September 13, 2020 Know How

Your Check Engine Light Turned On, What’s Next?

The check engine light can be an intimidating surprise. A number of questions immediately come to mind: What’s wrong with your car? Will it be expensive to fix? Can you … Continue Reading Your Check Engine Light Turned On, What’s Next?

Getting Ready For Your First DIY Oil Change: 4 Tips For Success
Posted August 19, 2020 Maintenance

Getting Ready For Your First DIY Oil Change: 4 Tips For Success

Maintaining your own vehicle can be a rewarding experience. One of the most common beginner DIY projects is an oil change. The key to success for any automotive project is … Continue Reading Getting Ready For Your First DIY Oil Change: 4 Tips For Success

Close-up of a dirty brake rotor
Posted August 18, 2020 Featured

How to Clean Brake Rotors

If there’s one thing you want your brakes to be, it’s dependable. Good brakes are important no matter what you drive and need to be maintained no matter how much of a DIY mechanic you fancy yourself to be. Learning how to clean brake rotors and staying on top of it is an easy way to help maintain your brake system’s safety.

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The sporty alloy wheel of a high-end German car.
Posted March 2, 2021

Lug Bolts vs Lug Nuts: What’s the Difference?

A car covered in soap suds.
Posted February 28, 2021

3 Tips for Washing a Car in the Winter

Windshield wipers on a red vintage car.
Posted February 26, 2021

How Long Do Windshield Wipers Last?

Car Ceiling Repair: A DIY Guide for Headliners
Posted February 22, 2021

Car Ceiling Repair: A DIY Guide for Fixing Headliners

Winter workers follow behind a man as he clears a path for them with a snowblower
Posted February 21, 2021

Best Time to Buy a Snow Blower: Now or Later?

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Maintenance

A person checks their oil using a dipstick.
Posted March 1, 2021

5 Winter Oil Change Tips

Safety Recall
Posted February 27, 2021

Vehicle Manufacturer Safety Recall Notice? Don’t Ignore It!

Soft Brake Pedal
Posted February 25, 2021

What Is Your Soft Brake Pedal Telling You?

An oil cap on the valve cover of an engine.
Posted February 24, 2021

Should You Check Your Engine Oil More Often in the Winter?

A check engine light illuminates on a vehicle dashboard.
Posted February 23, 2021

What Does a Check Engine Light Flashing Mean?

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Racing

#9: Chase Elliott, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet Camaro NAPA Auto Parts
Posted March 1, 2021

Elliott Finishes 14th at Homestead-Miami Speedway

#9: Chase Elliott, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet Camaro NAPA Auto Parts
Posted February 22, 2021

Elliott, NAPA Team Finish 21st After Late Spin at DAYTONA Road Course

#19: Derek Kraus, McAnally Hilgemann Racing, Toyota Tundra NAPA Auto Care
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Kraus Charges to Seventh at Daytona

#9: Chase Elliott, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet Camaro NAPA Auto Parts and #3: Austin Dillon, Richard Childress Racing, Chevrolet Camaro
Posted February 15, 2021

Elliott Collects Career-Best DAYTONA 500 Result

#9: Chase Elliott, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet Camaro NAPA Auto Parts
Posted February 12, 2021

Elliott, NAPA Team Finish Fifth in Duel 2 at Daytona

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How Synthetic Oil Is Made

Synthetic oil can prolong engine life and reduce your long-term car ownership costs. But how is synthetic oil made? Let’s examine the process and help you determine the right oil for your car.

Did You Know: The Evolution of the Spark Plug

Did You Know: Spark Plug Evolution

As technology advances, the efficiency of the spark plug has increased, resulting in higher combustion efficiencies. The design evolution has reduced the quenching effect on the flame kernel. The quenching … Continue Reading Did You Know: Spark Plug Evolution

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The Connection Between Coolant And Water Pump Failure

Water pump failure can put a real damper on your day. If you’ve just discovered a pool of coolant underneath your car or noticed it running hot, you might be … Continue Reading The Connection Between Coolant And Water Pump Failure

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