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.
It should come as no surprise that car batteries not only come in all shapes and sizes, but also in various electrical capacities. This makes sense because the wide variety … Continue Reading Car Battery Sizes – Does It Matter?
Some automotive issues make themselves known instantly and in a big way. But signs of a bad water pump aren’t always so brash. A bad water pump can wreak havoc … Continue Reading Bad Water Pump Symptoms
Get the Best of Both Worlds Are you looking for the perfect vehicle accessory for that new driver in your life? Spread some holiday cheer by shopping the best vehicle … Continue Reading The Ultimate Vehicle Accessory Gift Guide for New Drivers
Spreading Carlyle Cheer: A Holiday Tool Gift Guide It’s that time of the year where you’re thinking about how to spread some holiday cheer—and it can cause a bit of … Continue Reading Spreading Carlyle Cheer: A Holiday Tool Gift Guide
How to Use a Battery Tester on Your Vehicle No car battery lasts forever. In fact, a typical battery found under the hood of a combustion engine vehicle is designed … Continue Reading How to Use a Battery Tester on Your Vehicle
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
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
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?
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
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