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Mechanics 101: What is an Alternator?

Ask a casual car enthusiast what an alternator is, and you’ll get one of the following five responses: 1)“It’s a type of battery.” 2)“It powers the car.” 3)“It runs one of those belts inside the engine.” 4)“Isn’t that the same thing as a battery?” 5)“To be honest, I have no idea.” …

Frost patterns on a window, resembling delicate ice crystals

Ever Wonder How to Recharge A/C? Keep Reading!

A/C Tips

There’s nothing quite so annoying and uncomfortable as getting into your reliable old car on an especially hot day and finding that the air conditioning’s just not what it used to be. It’s easy to give up on it and assume that it would be too expensive or too difficult to fix, leaving…

Man in suit leans on a silver Aston Martin DB5, a classic James Bond car.

Top 10 James Bond Cars of All-Time

Agent 007 isn’t your typical car enthusiast. For one, he travels a lot more than most. The most beautiful women are always hanging around Mr. Bond and he always delivers the perfect throwaway line after saving the world, deadpan humor and all. He really is the most interesting man in the world (sorry, beer commercial…

Stainless steel muffler with dual exhaust pipes

5 Reasons to Invest in the Best Muffler

You want the best for your car, right? If needed, you’ll put in the 89 or 93 octane fuel. You’re always on top of oil changes, and you regularly perform routine maintenance. When it comes to replacement parts, the same principle applies: given the choice of an average part and an exceptional one, superior quality…

Rusted wheel arch on a car, part of BuyAutoParts.com #Fixaride contest entry.

BuyAutoParts.com #Fixaride Video Contest Winner Announced

When we announced our #FixARide contest a few weeks back, we had no idea how many people would give it a go. Our competition encouraged anyone in need of car repairs to plead their case as to why they deserved $750 in parts and repairs. As it turned out, we received more entries than originally…

Car repair cheat sheet infographic: DIY car maintenance tasks, tools, and difficulty levels.

The Ultimate Car Repair Cheat Sheet – Infographic

Take the guesswork out of your car repairs for good! Know the level of time commitment, cost of parts, and the tool kit necessary before you start your next project. To share this infographic on your own site, cut and paste the embed code below! We only ask that you credit…

Diagram of car A/C system components: condenser, evaporator, compressor, accumulator, orifice tube.

The BuyAutoParts.com Ultimate Car A/C Buying Guide

Your car’s A/C system keeps everything cool inside, even if it’s scorching outside. When one component fails, the air conditioning system fails. That’s why it’s important to realize the major parts involved with your auto’s A/C. Our AC Compressor Buying Guide provides plenty of in-depth information on what to look for when buying an A/C…

Close-up of a vintage car's chrome grille, hinting at potential radiator issues.

How to Spot a Radiator Leak from a Mile Away

If your radiator has ever failed while driving, you probably already know the signs of a coolant system leak. Many times, a small leak becomes a major problem, which is followed by an overheated engine. And when your engine overheats, you’re officially out of luck – at that point, you should have one of the…

Mechanics inspect a car's muffler, a key component of its exhaust system.

Car Anatomy 101: The Muffler – Features, Function & Fundamental Importance

The muffler – it’s the last component of your exhaust system, yet first in the hearts of many “mod crazy” car enthusiasts. Always heard before seen (unless your muffler truly is whisper-quiet), the typical muffler does its job quietly and, quite literally, under the radar. So far under the radar, it’s barely above the road.…

Engine auto parts: pistons, rods, and spark plugs

“How Much Do Car Parts Cost?” Resource Pages Offer Valuable Cost Data on Common Auto Parts and Associated Labor

At BuyAutoParts.com, we’re always looking give our customers added value. Aside from affordable auto parts, our team of auto component specialists recently compiled informative, easy-to-use cost pages for 14 common auto parts. Ranging from A/C compressors to wheel hubs, these pages offer comprehensive price analysis, labor estimates, OEM part numbers, and other useful information. The…