There are two different levels of emissions compliance for vehicles in the US, and it’s important to verify both which one your vehicle is originally equipped with, and which one your current location mandates. EPA (Environmental protection Agency) or Federal emissions meet all federal requirements, but are not legal in California or anywhere else that…
Read moreWhat Is Rear A/C?
Rear air conditioning is a separate set of AC controls and vents for rear seat passengers. Many vehicles will use the same compressor for models with or without rear AC, but the lines are different, which means the drier filter and expansion valve will be unique, so this is something you need to pay more…
Read moreWhat Is My Vehicle’s Trim Level?
The trim level of your vehicle can denote which options it has. You might notice these badges on the trunk lid of cars you’re behind in traffic; Camry LE, Explorer Eddie Bauer, Camaro SS, etc. Sometimes that trim level will determine which part your vehicle has, since a higher-trim model might have a larger engine…
Read moreWhat Is My Vehicle’s Production Date?
Sometimes an automaker will make a revision to a part mid-way through a model year, and you will need to check the production date of your exact vehicle to see if it was built before or after that switch happens. The production date is the exact date your vehicle rolled off the assembly line, and…
Read moreWhat Are The Different Replacement Part Options?
Part Condition For many parts, we may have multiple options available. While there may be differences in price and warranty, the important thing to know is that they will all fit and perform the same; we just provide multiple options to satisfy every customer. OEM New: This is a brand new part from the same…
Read moreFleet Maintenance Service – Oakland, Maryland
This month’s BuyAutoParts Shop Spotlight is Fleet Maintenance Service, serving working professionals in Oakland, Maryland since 2011. Fleet is a diesel specialty shop with 8 bays, which is much more impressive when you consider the size of the vehicles they work on, and the space required to work on 8 fire trucks or buses at…
Read moreDoes My Steering Rack Need a Solenoid?
Some hydraulic power steering racks will have an electronic component, such as BMW’s Servotronic or GM’s Magnasteer. We will either offer replacements that include a tested and verified-to-work electronic solenoid already attached, or one that does not, for a lower repair cost. If you order a steering rack without the solenoid, you’ll just need to…
Read moreWhat is Automatic Climate Control?
Automatic climate control is a system where you set a specific temperature for your car’s interior, rather than just a knob or slider ranging from red/hot to blue/cold. Look for a screen that lists an exact temperature and an “auto” button that turns the system on. This is marketed as a “premium” feature or an…
Read moreSanport Auto Solutions – Tulsa & Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
This month’s BuyAutoParts Shop Spotlight is Sanport Auto Solutions, serving the Tulsa metro area. Sanport is a family-owned Napa AutoCare center that’s been run by Andrew and Mary Santos since the opening of their original Broken Arrow location 1992. They opened a second location inside Tulsa city limits in 2001, and after outgrowing their original…
Read moreHEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT COST
How Much Does a Headlight Assembly Cost? Driving with a headlight out is dangerous, and illegal. The exact laws differ depending on your state, but the general rule is the same. You have to have fully working headlights to be able to safely navigate the road at night. There might be an electrical problem or…
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