The NAPA Auto Parts Blog

Although all-season windshield wiper blades exist, they perform best in Canadian regions with mild winters. If you experience a deep freeze in winter or wildly swinging temperatures throughout the year, you’ll find it easier to keep your windshield clear with dedicated winter wiper blades.

When your car won’t start, it’s reasonable to blame it on the battery. However, what if your alternator or starter is the cause? Let’s review the differences between starter, alternator, and battery problems to help you make quick work of the diagnosis and repair so you can get back on the road.

Just like your muscles get stiff in the cold, the fluids in your engine become “stiff” as they thicken. These thicker fluids need to warm up to flow through your engine efficiently. In extremely cold weather (usually defined as below -15 ˚C), your alternator may drain more energy from the battery than usual to start […]

It’s winter, perhaps the most annoying time of the year for drivers, especially if you start the car to begin warming it up and get no response when you turn the key or press the start button. A battery can drain at any time of the year, but it’s more likely in winter.

Batteries have a habit of failing at the worst possible moment. You’re running late, it’s cold out, maybe you’re even in a parking lot, and when you turn the key… nothing. Maybe a weak click, if you’re lucky. The good news is that a drained battery doesn’t always mean a ruined day. In many cases, […]

In Canada’s winter weather, road salt is as much a part of winter as snowbanks, icy windshields, and warming up the car. While road salt is essential for keeping roads safe, it’s also one of the most damaging substances your vehicle encounters. When salt sits on your car, it chemically speeds up the rusting process […]

When your vehicle’s cooling and heating system fails, the results can range from uncomfortable to dangerous. In cold Canadian weather—where winter driving already tests your car’s limits—knowing how to respond when your engine overheats or your heater stops working can save you from breakdowns, costly repairs, and unsafe driving conditions. Here’s an essential guide to […]