By Blair Lampe / Originally Published March 7, 2016 / National Automotive Parts Association / Car batteries provide a vehicle’s life force. We rely on them to get our cars started and keep them running, to power helpful onboard accessories and even to charge electronic devices. The average car battery life can be anywhere from three to ...

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By Tara Hurlin / Originally Published December 16, 2015 / Hagerty / When Katie Poletti was growing up in Long Island, N.Y., she immersed herself in the best of both worlds by playing with Hot Wheels and Barbie dolls; she loved to wear flowing dresses but was commonly seen in dirty overalls. Her father had a ...

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By Benjamin Hunting / Originally Published March 1, 2016 / National Automotive Parts Association / Understanding exhaust systems and how they fit into a car’s ecosystem actually isn’t too difficult. For one, your muffler will give you a very audible clue when it’s time to head to the shop — after all, if this part isn’t doing its ...

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By Matthew C. Keegan / Originally Published February 24, 2016 / National Automotive Parts Association / In treacherous weather conditions, you probably want to stay home, but that’s not always possible, especially during the winter months. Sleet, ice and snow can make for a tough drive, but as long as you take it slow and pay attention to ...

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Jaime Gonzalez started selling parts at the Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show when he was a teenager in the mid-80s. Now, you can find him at every show on Road 27, Space 51. Jaime tells us he “got bit by the bug of the swap meet” in high school… funnily enough, after getting his first Volkswagen. ...

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Wax on. Wax off. Oh, Mr. Miyagi, you made it seem so easy. So why do some cars end up looking picture perfect, while others end up looking like my 3 year old smeared his donut’s icing all over the paint? Well, it’s all about the process… The first step to achieving a high quality wax job ...

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When it comes to imported vehicles, the Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show has a very loyal and enthusiastic following of Volkswagen owners. Of course, we’ve also showcased Porsches from the very beginning. However, there’s another, often overlooked, segment of cars and trucks at the Pomona Swap Meet. Nestled in between our VW and Porsche ...

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By Hagerty / Originally Published December 22, 2015 / Hagerty / The classic car market has been doing quite well since recovering in 2011 from its Great Recession-induced correction. So, it’s not surprising that certain cars have increased in value in the last year. But the identity of some of the cars that did especially well can ...

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By Matthew C. Keegan / Originally Published January 12, 2016 / National Automotive Parts Association / Clean battery terminals can keep your car from stalling at the most inopportune time. Knowing how to clean battery terminals and the connection points will free them of residue and keep your car running. Here’s how to clean battery terminals in six steps. ...

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By Blair Lampe / Originally Published January 26, 2016 / National Automotive Parts Association / Losing traction in the snow is no one’s idea of a good time. Even in areas not known for abysmal snowstorms, winter can create icy and hazardous road conditions that drivers must be prepared to deal with. Adding tire chains for cars ...

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By Hagerty / Originally Published December 30, 2015 / Hagerty / The Dow closed out 2014 at just under 18,000 points. As of this writing, it’s above 17,000 points. Not terribly impressive. Our five cars positively smoked the Dow and are all a heck of a lot more fun to own than a few hundred shares of ...

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Your tires affect your car’s ride, handling, braking, and overall safety. Tire care is one of the easiest things to keep up with, but also one of the most neglected components of vehicle safety. Everyone should get in the habit of taking just five minutes each month to look over their tires, including the spare. Today’s ...

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