
Six Car Myths Debunked: Don’t Be Duped!
Like the majestic Jackalope, many car myths are just begging to be busted, and here are six car myths debunked.
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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.
Like the majestic Jackalope, many car myths are just begging to be busted, and here are six car myths debunked.
There are tons of uses for an air compressor, but there are some you probably never thought of. Here’s a list of creative things to do with a compressor.
Although it seems intimidating at first, there’s nothing behind the combination of clutch, shifter and gas pedal that you can’t master with just a little practice. Check out these driving stick tips designed to help you understand how to get the most out of your manual transmission car.
The science behind car safety features is increasingly focused on preventing an accident from occurring in the first place, and not just keeping you…
Owning a high-mileage car has advantages. For some, it’s no car payments and low ownership costs. For others, it’s the satisfaction of making a durable piece of equipment last beyond … Continue Reading The 200K Mile Club: Preparing for the Journey
Some drivers like to keep it fresh with one new car after another. For them, always driving a new car means fewer worries about costly repairs or roadside break-downs. But older vehicles can be just as reliable while avoiding the major disadvantage to this strategy: spending more money.
We at NAPA AUTO PARTS know today’s drivers can expect more from their vehicles than ever before. Half a century ago, a car with 100,000 miles was often at the … Continue Reading The 200K Mile Club: A Guide to Membership
It is amazing how far automotive technology has come in the last few years. There are cars on the market today that can actually help steer the car down the … Continue Reading Know How Then & Now: How Drum Brakes Work
Beginning in the 1970s, GM started using a specialized weather-resistant terminal design called “Weather Pack”. This modular terminal system was designed to seal the wires and terminals from corrosion. These … Continue Reading Know-How Notes – How to Assemble Weather Pack/Metri Pack Terminals
Knowing how to organize a shed and prepare your equipment to be stored can save you time and money down the road.