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Check with the experts at NAPA before investing in an automotive upgrade. Take advantage of our advanced shopping guides on brake parts, headlamps, bike racks, seat covers, cordless drills, garage storage solutions and more. Whether you need insight on buying a used car or what to do for an EV battery recall, the NAPA Blog will keep you informed and powered up.

Posted October 31, 2022 Know How

Types of Tool Boxes

From Technical to Tactical, NAPA Has It All Most people who have a trade or hobby that requires working with handheld tools and equipment are familiar with the ongoing battle … Continue Reading Types of Tool Boxes

Posted October 28, 2022 Know How

Top 5 Fuel Pump Repair Tips to Remember

When is it Time to Dump Your Pump? Whether you drive a massive diesel machine or an eco-efficient hatchback, your car fuel pump can succumb to years of use. And … Continue Reading Top 5 Fuel Pump Repair Tips to Remember

Posted October 26, 2022 Know How

How Does Electric Power Steering Work?

What is Electronic Power Steering and How Does it Work? Let’s pretend for a moment that you have a time machine, and it’s set for a century ago. You hop … Continue Reading How Does Electric Power Steering Work?

Posted October 24, 2022 Know How

Automotive Rustproofing Options To Keep Corrosion At Bay

Rust has been a problem since the first motorized carriages were built. True some of those early vehicles had wood frames and wood bodies, but there was still steel in … Continue Reading Automotive Rustproofing Options To Keep Corrosion At Bay

Posted October 21, 2022 Know How

Understanding the Importance of ADAS

What are Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) When it comes to automotive safety, most consumers think of seatbelts, airbags and the fortified steel frame of a vehicle itself. While these … Continue Reading Understanding the Importance of ADAS

Posted October 19, 2022 Know How

How to Buy Brake Rotors

A NAPA Guide on How to Buy Brake Rotor Replacements Are the brakes on your sedan, crossover, SUV, minivan or pickup truck squealing? Do you hear a grinding noise when … Continue Reading How to Buy Brake Rotors

A red Jeep Wrangler Rubicon powers through mud.

Posted October 11, 2022 Know How

Four-Wheel Drive Explained

Are you curious about four-wheel drive? The system can improve your vehicle’s traction in rain and snow.

A man pumps diesel fuel into his vehicle.

Posted October 8, 2022 Know How

Can You Leave Your Car on While Pumping Gas?

Can you leave your car on while pumping gas? The answer is not as clear as you might think, and there are other issues to address at service stations too.

Posted October 7, 2022 Know How

How to Become an Automotive Technician

What is an Automotive Technician? An automotive technician is a multifaceted repair mechanic who works on cars, trucks, SUVs and fleet vehicles. This job has upward mobility in a hands-on … Continue Reading How to Become an Automotive Technician

Posted October 3, 2022 Know How

EV Charging Plug Types: Electric Vehicle Charging Decoded

Most drivers don’t realize that electric vehicle charging plugs are not always the same. When you think of plugging something in people usually picture a common 110v home outlet which … Continue Reading EV Charging Plug Types: Electric Vehicle Charging Decoded