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More than 90 years ago, the National Automotive Parts Association ("NAPA") was created to meet America’s growing need for an effective auto parts distribution system. Today, 91% of do-it-yourself customers recognize the NAPA brand name. We have over 6,000 NAPA AUTO PARTS Stores nationwide serving all 50 states with a unique inventory control system that helps you find the exact part that you need.

Posted 2 months ago Maintenance

Floor Jack Won’t Lift? Here’s A Quick Fix

Starting out a wrenching session by discovering your floor jack won’t lift can be a frustrating situation. Maybe it worked fine last time, or maybe it is new out of … Continue Reading Floor Jack Won’t Lift? Here’s A Quick Fix

Posted June 15, 2021 News

NAPA Sponsored Veteran Monster Truck Honors Military Veterans

Today, former NAPA AutoCare Center owner Phil Wilson owns Wilson Extreme Sports and the NAPA-sponsored Veteran Monster Truck, as well as several other businesses in the Denver, Colorado, area. Wilson’s … Continue Reading NAPA Sponsored Veteran Monster Truck Honors Military Veterans

Posted April 14, 2021 News

Gulf Coast Parts Keeps NAPA #1 Around Florida’s “Big Bend”

Tom Crittenden, owner of Gulf Coast Parts Supply, has been in the business for about 50 years. At age 21 he was one of the youngest people to ever open … Continue Reading Gulf Coast Parts Keeps NAPA #1 Around Florida’s “Big Bend”

Posted April 7, 2021 Know How

All About Engine Drive Pulley Alignment & Tension

Today’s belt performs a specific job, transferring power from the crankshaft pulley to all accessories in the serpentine system. Power-hungry alternators, A/C compressors, power steering and water pumps all try … Continue Reading All About Engine Drive Pulley Alignment & Tension

Posted March 9, 2021 Know How

Diagnosing Engine Drive Belt Tensioner Failure

Unbeknownst to many, automatic belt tensioners are actually a wear item, and therefore cannot be classified as a prototypical hard part. Internal components in the tensioner can fail, causing stress … Continue Reading Diagnosing Engine Drive Belt Tensioner Failure

Posted February 3, 2021 Know How

How To Fix A Dodge Grand Caravan Broken Sliding Door Handle

Has the sliding door handle on your 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country or 2008-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan come loose? On these vehicles the outer door skin sheet metal commonly fatigues … Continue Reading How To Fix A Dodge Grand Caravan Broken Sliding Door Handle

Posted January 14, 2021 News

Lynn Austin Recognized As 2021 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year

“We are proud to announce Lynn Austin at Austin’s Auto Repair Center in North Mankato, Minnesota, is the 2021 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year,” said Jason Rainey, Vice President NAPA … Continue Reading Lynn Austin Recognized As 2021 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year

Posted January 12, 2021 News

Scott Slama Named 2021 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year

Scott Slama, a valued employee in the NAPA system for the past 10 years is the 2021 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year and the 22nd individual to receive this … Continue Reading Scott Slama Named 2021 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year

Posted January 10, 2021 News

59 Auto Repair Named 2021 NAPA AutoCare Center of the Year

59 Auto Repair in Plainfield, Illinois, has been named the 2021 NAPA AutoCare Center of the Year. Owners Rich and Linda Brauer have been loyal NAPA customers since 2007 and … Continue Reading 59 Auto Repair Named 2021 NAPA AutoCare Center of the Year

Posted November 30, 2020 Know How

What does a Throttle Position Sensor do for your vehicle?

The throttle position sensor moves with the throttle and sends a voltage signal to the computer indicating throttle angle and speed of movement data. The computer uses this data to … Continue Reading What does a Throttle Position Sensor do for your vehicle?