NAPA Know How

It may seem counterintuitive, but a dull chainsaw can be very dangerous to use. If it’s not sharp enough, the chain is more likely to catch in the material it’s trying to cut, sending the bar hurtling off-target, potentially endangering the user or those around them. Many opt to replace…

Shopping for a car stereo? If so, then it’s important to know that in-dash head units come in different sizes. These are referred to as DIN sizes, and you have two choices to consider: single-DIN vs double-DIN. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between the two. What Is…

If your car’s factory-installed lighting isn’t doing it for you, know that there’s another option to consider: purchasing interior LED lights from an aftermarket supplier. This type of lighting can dramatically improve the look of your car’s cabin, but the benefits of adding LED lighting to your car’s interior aren’t…

We’re moving into an electrified future where hybrids, plug-in hybrids, pure electric vehicles and perhaps even hydrogen-powered models will eventually become the norm. The internal combustion engine category, comprised of gasoline and diesel engines, isn’t going away anytime soon, but your next vehicle may include a plug. That said, not…

What does an oil change do, and why is it important to get one as a part of routine maintenance? Something as simple as an oil change might not seem critical to keeping your car running, but neglecting your oil can cause big problems. Here’s why you need to make…

So, you started that project in the driveway with the very best of intentions, but then you got distracted. You left the wrenches out because it was such a small fix and you were coming right back to it … only you didn’t. And then it rained. And now you’ve…

When spring arrives, you are reminded of its beauty as the world surrounds you with blossoms and sprouts of green — but then you remember that you have to mow it. And you probably haven’t touched your riding mower all winter, so when you go to turn it on, all…

After a long winter, you take your lawnmower from storage with plans to tackle spring growth. Sadly, though, the mower no longer works due to a bent shaft or an unfixable engine problem that may cost more to repair than it would take to replace the whole mower. Buying a…

What is a foam cannon? Its cheery name may sound like a fun toy, but it’s actually a useful tool that can help you wash your car more quickly and efficiently. Let’s see what this useful device has to offer. What Is a Foam Cannon Used For? When you’re washing…

Do you live in a part of the country that gets cold winters? If so, there’s a task that you need to consider as frigid winter makes way for spring and summer: changing your car’s wiper blades. If you have winter blades on your car, it’s a good idea to…