The NAPA Auto parts knowledge centre

Maintenance work, big or small, is essential to your vehicle proper operation. Changing your motor oil is the most basic maintenance to ensure that your engine will keep on working everyday you need it. It is important to know when to change your oil as it also depends on your location, your vehicle’s type and […]

A gasoline engine needs three things to function: air, fuel and spark. Reduce or contaminate any one of those three components and your engine loses fuel economy, driveability, and performance. Additionally, if the air is dirty, the life expectancy of your engine is greatly reduced. We are focusing on the air component, specifically, keeping it clean […]

Yes, unhealthy and unpleasant air is everywhere, but why allow it to funnel into your car and make even the shortest drives unbearable? A new cabin air filter improves the air quality in your car dramatically. Here are 5 things you may not know about cabin air filters and how they make your vehicle a healthier, more […]

There’s very little that will put more stress on your vehicle than winter driving. The combination of cold temperatures, constant exposure to road salt and moisture, and pelting rain, ice, and snow can take a toll on even the most reliable of automobiles. All this additional wear and tear means your maintenance needs to be […]

A strong, healthy battery is essential to the proper operation of your vehicle. A battery can last four to five years with proper care, although battery failure can occur in as little as three years in hot climates. Premature battery failure can occur as a result of chronic undercharging, overcharging, abuse, or vibration. Since modern […]

Unlike many parts of your car, your car’s brakes tend to wear out in several ways, which is why regular brake service should be on your schedule. The most obvious wear is of the friction surface of the brake pads and brake shoes, which flakes off every time you use your brakes. This is why […]

Your vehicle’s brakes have one of the most important jobs of any component: making sure you can stop safely and predictably each and every time you hit the pedal. As the kilometres rack up and time moves forward, however, even the best braking system requires care and maintenance. The key is identifying the right time […]