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The NAPA AUTO PARTS store in the Atlanta suburb of East Cobb is smack in the middle of my old stomping grounds. Having grown up just a few miles away, … Continue Reading Test Store Introduces New Style with Exciting Grand Opening Event
Used motor oil should be re-refined and recycled to cut back on crude oil demand and protect local waterways. Changing your vehicle’s oil is necessary to keep it in top … Continue Reading Don’t Toss That Used Motor Oil! Here’s Why You Should Always Recycle It
When cars were first invented, much of the technology used in their design and use was carried over from carriages. Driving at night was done much in the same manner … Continue Reading Enlightenment – Modern Headlight Technology
Above image: These wiper blades are worn far past the point of needing replacement. Is it really worth risking life and limb to avoid swapping out worn blades for a … Continue Reading Replace Wiper Blades for Improved Visibility and Safety
At NAPA AUTO PARTS, we know you need the right parts and supplies to get your DIY job done right. That’s why we offer an extensive parts inventory, 6,000 stores … Continue Reading What Do You Need to #ConquerTheJob?
On average, our vehicles are getting older. Even though automakers sold more than 16 million new vehicles in 2014, the average age the cars, pickups and SUVs in our driveways is … Continue Reading Ask an Expert: Caring for High-Mileage Vehicles
“I didn’t have time to get it done before my trip.” “I’ll do it next month.” “I just forgot.” These are a few of the many excuses drivers give for … Continue Reading Warning: Skipping an Oil Change Can Be Harmful to Your Engine
A vehicle’s suspension system does just that: it suspends the car or truck’s body over the wheels. The arrangement provides ride comfort and also allows the vehicle to handle more … Continue Reading Ask an Expert: When to Replace Shocks and Struts
“It’s the thought that counts.” That’s the rule of thumb for gifts and giving, and perhaps no holiday better illustrates the point than Mother’s Day. Mom’s love homemade gifts, or … Continue Reading DIY Automotive: Best Mother’s Day Gifts
Nothing can bum you out about your ride quite like scuffed and dull paint. Over time, every paint job gets scratches, scuffs and the harsh rays of the sun compound … Continue Reading How to Restore Your Paint’s Finish with 3M’s Paint Restoration System