NAPA Know How

Let’s say there was a great promotion going on where you stuff a NAPA bag with goodies and even save money. Sounds great, right? Luckily for you, this deal exists, and all you have to do is decide what goes in the bag. Consumables are an easy pick — items…

When shopping for a new vehicle, performing due diligence is a must. After all, purchasing a car is the second most expensive consumer purchase we make after a house — a decision to live with for many years. Once you narrow your search to the make and model vehicle you…

When considering impact vs. regular sockets, you might be wondering why there’s a price difference between the two. After all, aren’t they doing the same job? The answer to that question is, of course, “yes” — but it’s how they get the task done that accounts not just for the…

Bug splatter is a significant deal, especially if you drive in the early evening and in conditions that are hot and muggy. Within minutes, your grille, hood, and windshield may be covered with hundreds of dead insects, potentially impairing visibility and ruining your paint. Bug shields are the solution to…

When it comes to fall cleanup, the debate between using a To Spend or Not to Spend The most obvious difference between raking and blowing is the mere cost of each. Clearly a rake is less expensive, costing somewhere around $10–$15 while an electric blower can run you $50–$100 and…

The cooler weather is here and with it your lawn will enjoy a much needed reprieve from the summer heat. While your lawn may have slowed its growth during the hottest and driest times of the season, moderate temperatures and autumn rains will serve to rejuvenate your yard. Preparing to…

Chances are you already know a thing or two about coolant: that it’s super important for your engine, that the type you use matters … but do you know the differences beyond green, orange, and purple? What is OAT coolant? If you’re not sure about this one, settle in and…

Whether you’re a DIY car guy or the person who always ignores their warning light — it’s time for a vehicle health check. On October 12th, bring your vehicle to your local participating NAPA AUTO PARTS store and NAPA AutoCare technicians will inspect it free of charge. So no matter…

Car batteries have been in use just over a century, working in silence under the hood or in the trunk of vehicles around the world. We usually don’t pay much attention to the car battery unless something stops working, but how does a car battery work in the first place?…

Winter is around the corner and that means scraping off the snow and ice and getting into a freezing cold car. Unless … Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of remote car starters. First, the Pros: A remote car starter is one of the handiest inventions ever.…