The NAPA Auto parts knowledge centre

Rust is the enemy of any Canadian motorist. Insidious, expensive to repair, and dangerous to the safety of your vehicle, rust and corrosion are aided and abetted by our country’s love affair with road salt: a chemical which together with winter’s wet works to make Swiss cheese of your vehicle’s steel panels and suspension components […]

A jack is a basic tool that should be found in any DIYer’s garage. It’s also a crucial piece of safety equipment, a must-have in your trunk or cargo area should you ever find yourself stuck dealing with a flat tire and no cell phone service. That being said, there are several different types of […]

In 2016, nearly 12 million Canadians commuted to work in private vehicles as drivers. Thus, for the continued success of our workers and country, maintaining reliable vehicles is critical. After all, if your vehicle isn’t running right, you’re wasting fuel, polluting the air and water, and spending more than necessary. Your car might even leave […]

Whether you’re an occasional tinkerer, or whether you get serious about your automotive repair projects, everything goes that much more smoothly when you’ve got the right tools for the job at your fingertips. Knowing how to outfit your garage so that you won’t be scrambling to your local NAPA store at the last minute when […]

Looking at a professional mechanic’s toolbox, which can easily weigh over a tonne, you might wonder if you need as many tools for DIY car maintenance and repair. The simple answer is, “No, you don’t need that many tools,” but there are a few essential tools, whether you’re maintaining your new car, repairing your used […]

When it comes to DIY auto repair, you can do a lot of things with a basic set of hand tools. With a decent set of wrenches, pliers, ratchets, and sockets, plus a few other specialty tools and a repair manual, you could rebuild an entire vehicle. Still, there are times when maybe you need […]

If not for your car suspension, every ride would be rough and uncomfortable. Even on smooth roads, your suspension allows your vehicle to pitch and roll. While your car or truck body and powertrain are more-or-less solidly affixed to the frame, the drivetrain is more loosely fixed, allowing for movement. Bushings allow for limited movement, […]