At one point the only way to protect a truck bed was a drop-in hard plastic liner. While effective, they were somewhat unwieldy to handle and had the bad habit of trapping moisture underneath, possibly causing corrosion of the truck bed they were trying to protect. But then pickup truck…
How to Wash a Black Car & Keep It Shiny | NAPA
Easy on the Eyes, But Not so Easy to Clean There’s a reason so many luxury, recreational and sports cars have their identity solidified in a classic, elegant black tone. This timeless color choice keeps your vehicle looking modern as it complements the curves and details of your ride with…
How to Replace a Tire Tube
Knowing how to replace a tire tube comes in handy when you need to fix a flat on a wheelbarrow, snow blower or lawn mower. It’s not hard to do, and it’s something even a novice can manage. Here are the steps you’ll need to replace a tire tube, as…
6 Tax Return Worthy Car Accessories
It’s that time of year again! You’ve done your duty and filed your taxes to find a tidy sum as a refund check. With spring here it is an excellent time to do some upgrades on your daily driver. Whether your trusty ride is brand new or has a few…
Shopping For The Best Tire Cleaning Products
No matter what time of year it is, clean tires always make your car, truck or SUV look better. Running through the local automatic car wash does an okay job of tire cleaning, but there are better options out there. Plus getting down and giving your tires a good scrub…
3 Top Premium Synthetic Lubricants
You probably already know that you can use synthetic oil in any car, truck or SUV. But what is never obvious is exactly which oil type or brand should be used. There are many synthetic oil options for your vehicle and each have their own benefits. Using synthetic oil in…
DIY Tech Upgrades for Analog Vehicles That Improve Your Drive Time
DIY Tech Upgrades for Analog Vehicles That Improve Your Drive Time Whether you own a cherished classic car, you always purchase used vehicles with cash or you are constantly hopping between rental vehicles, there is a plethora of aftermarket automotive digital accessories that will keep you safe and entertained while…
How to Detail Your Vehicle with Professional Car Care Products | NAPA
The Benefits of Detailing Your Vehicle How often do you clean the interior of your car (and by clean, we don’t just mean throwing out the fast-food wrappers and old coffee cups)? Detailing, a professional type of automotive deep cleaning, is done to restore your vehicle back to fresh-off-the-lot conditions.…
How to Diagnose Car A/C Problems & Charge the Unit | NAPA
Warm Weather Driving is a Breeze Until it Isn’t When it’s warm outside, driving becomes one of life’s true pleasures. You’re cruising down the road with the windows down, music playing and a cool breeze blowing. Eventually, the mercury rises and it’s time to roll up the windows, close the…
Tips for Choosing a Car Battery That is Right for You
What Different Types of Car Batteries are Available? When it comes to conventional, gas-operated vehicles, there are two main types of lead-acid batteries that power most machines on the road today: the flooded (or ‘wet cell’) battery and the sealed (or ‘dry cell’) battery. Sealed batteries are modern, rechargeable power…