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What Is an LS Swap?

Reading Time: 5 minutes Car enthusiasts are always looking for ways to get more power out of their engines. Sometimes, the idea of installing… Read More

A Look at the Best Classic Trucks: Impact, Design, and Performance

Reading Time: 6 minutes Trucks have been around for over a century, with the first built in 1896 based on horse-drawn wagons. Thanks to… Read More

Vehicles With Sliding Doors: Common Problems, Replacement, and More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Tight parking spaces can be tricky to navigate. Once you’ve found a spot, the next challenge is to get out… Read More

What to Do if Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in the Desert

Reading Time: 5 minutes Driving in the desert is a liberating experience. Desert climates are harsh and hostile, perfect for exciting off-road adventures. Whether… Read More

What Are Boots for Spark Plugs?

Reading Time: 4 minutes If your vehicle’s spark plugs aren’t working or otherwise acting up, it’s very important that you change them right away…. Read More

What Happens If You Shift Into Reverse While Driving Your Car?

Reading Time: 4 minutes Usually, you stop your vehicle by applying the brakes. When you step on the brake pedal, the braking system produces… Read More

EVs and Hybrids

Are EVs Heavier Than Gas Cars?

Reading Time: 3 minutes Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more common with each passing year. They typically come in unique, boxy shapes that set… Read More

How to Exit an EV When the Battery Dies

Reading Time: 4 minutes An unfortunate reality of driving an electric vehicle is resigning yourself to the fact that most of your car’s features… Read More

Understanding the Different Types of Hybrid Cars

Reading Time: 5 minutes Over the years, automakers have shifted to a more eco-friendly driving option with the introduction of hybrid and fully electric… Read More

Security Upgrades and Accessories for Your Vehicle

Reading Time: 4 minutes According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), one motor vehicle is stolen every 32 seconds in the US…. Read More

Top Picks from Team CarParts.com: Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals

Reading Time: 3 minutes It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Because almost everything is going on sale at CarParts.com! That’s right. From… Read More

Tips For Choosing the Best Cute Car Names

Reading Time: 4 minutes Does your car seem cute? If so, it deserves an appropriately adorable name. When you spend several hours driving your… Read More

Trivia and History

When Do Car Accidents Happen The Most?

Reading Time: 4 minutes There are millions of cars, trucks, and vans on the road at any given time. With that many vehicles, a… Read More

Most Commonly Damaged Car Body Panels

Reading Time: 4 minutes We do our best to avoid car accidents. But sometimes, our best isn’t enough. While not every accident will result… Read More

The Best James Bond Cars of All Time

Reading Time: 4 minutes The James Bond film series, also known as the 007 franchise, is one of the biggest and most well-known spy… Read More

Features

What Happens if You Punch Through a Car Window?

Reading Time: 4 minutes Car windows are significantly more durable than the ones you’d find at home with good reason. After all, besides the… Read More

What Do I Do with Old Car Parts? Options, Proper Disposal, and More

Reading Time: 4 minutes Did you know that 86% of a vehicle’s material content is recycled, reused, or used for energy recovery? In fact,… Read More

Electronic Limited Slip Differential: A Brief Guide

Reading Time: 4 minutes Automakers sure love their acronyms, don’t they? Some abbreviations are straightforward–AWD stands for all-wheel drive, and 4WD is four-wheel drive…. Read More

How To Stop Your Car Data From Leaking Online

Reading Time: 4 minutes Big data has understandably become a hot commodity in recent years. Large corporations use consumer data to make big decisions… Read More

How Much Is It To Lease a Car?

Reading Time: 4 minutes Did you know that almost 20% of new cars in the third quarter of 2022 were leased? Instead of buying… Read More

Illegal and Legal U-Turns: A Brief Guide

Reading Time: 4 minutes At first, U-turns seem simple–until the time comes to perform one. Then you realize that the maneuver often cuts across… Read More

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