Car Aftermarket Options

It used to be that installing a car stereo required a degree in electrical engineering and an intimate knowledge of the electrical system of a car. But now, the aftermarket has made it a lot...

The first thing many people do to their car is install a new car stereo, mostly because of the increased enjoyment that many people get from having good tunes. One of the critical components to...

The first thing that most people do to their car or truck is install a new car stereo. That's not only because of how easy they are to install at home with minimal tools, but also because of the...

The first modification most people do to their vehicle is to install a custom stereo. It seems like a daunting task, but with the help of modern tools and parts that make installation easier, the...

Some Toyota Camrys are sold with Sirius Satellite Radio devices installed. But for some, adding Sirius to your Camry remains an aftermarket option. The ideal location for mounting is on the...

Most vehicles these days are equipped with a standard CD player, but it's not that difficult to install one yourself. The installation can be done in about an hour with the proper tools and...

There are multiple components of your Dodge truck's radio that you may need or choose to remove for possible replacement. There is the main radio within the dashboard, the speakers within the dash...

The Subaru Outback Sport may have a faulty radio unit in it if you've owned the vehicle for any number of years. While the factory unit is not of low quality, its electrical components eventually...

Installing a radio in a Toyota pickup is relatively easy once you have the unit removed. While there are many aftermarket radios to choose from, the most important thing to consider is how yours...

Over time, you may grow tired of your Honda's CD player. Replacing it with an aftermarket unit can be an improvement over the stock CD player. The process is the same as installing a factory CD...

The 1995 Toyota Camry was the last model prior to a substantial redesign in 1996. Because Camrys built from 1992 to 1995 share so many similarities, the process of removing the factory stereo will...

Before you install a glass-mount antenna, make sure your glass is suitable for one, or you will have to remove the antenna and that will destroy the mounting kit. The dealer is highly unlikely to...

The Caprice was a full-size car built by General Motors and sold under the Chevrolet brand. Although production was ceased in 1996, the Caprice remains a popular car for many. It was extensively...

Installing a CD player in a Ford Contour is easy once you have the old head unit out. Since the CD changer can be installed into the 1-DIN slot, all you need to do is hook up the antenna, and the...

Replacing an automobile's stock AM/FM radio antenna with a Citizens Band model gives the antenna a "stealth" appearance and requires minor modifications to the mount. The average CB user can...

The radio in a Buick LeSabre is secured to the dash by an automatic locking device. These factory units can be removed using special tools available at most auto parts stores, called "DIN tools."...

The Victor Company of Japan, known as JVC, makes a variety of electronics equipment for consumer use. The company is most well-known for developing the first VHS video recorder, but its...

The traditional radio antenna is a long rod that extends up into the air, attached to either the front or rear fender of a car. More sophisticated designs by manufacturers include a retractable...

You know the worst nightmare: spotting your car, a silver Honda, in a sea of cars, with about fifty other silver Hondas. With this simple guide, make your car the rainbow fish in the sea of blue!

The FJ Cruiser is a small SUV manufactured by Toyota. This retro-style compact sport utility vehicle was sent into production in 2006 following the Chicago Auto Show in 2003. Like many vehicles,...

The Nissan Altima uses a premium Bose radio system. The Bose offers exceptional quality over many radios on the market today. However, it is limited to the input it gets. In other words, if your...

If you ever looked at a Ford Focus, you may have realized that it looks a little bit like an RC car. The majority reason for this is because the antenna is directly in the middle. Although you...

If you're planning to take a van on a long trip, or even convert it into a small RV, adding satellite TV is a possible option. Installing satellite TV in a van is very similar to installing one in...

Installing a citizens band radio into a Jeep Patriot is a great idea if you take the vehicle off road. A CB can also be very entertaining in urban locations or informative on the highway. Modern...

The days of FM/AM radio are truly behind us. More and more drivers are looking to future formats such as HD radio, Internet radio and satellite subscriptions services such as Sirius and XM....

Dual Electronics has become a premier vendor of in-car entertainment systems. While the sleek, advanced DVD players look challenging to mount and wire, they can actually be installed with a few...

Installing a Citizen's Band radio into a Ford pickup truck is a straightforward process that has numerous rewards. Having a CB radio installed in your vehicle will allow you to contact friends and...

Aftermarket car decks or car radios can greatly increase the quality of the sound that you hear in your car. Most of the newer car decks have options to add satellite radio and even directly...

If you are going to listen to satellite radio, you first need to install an antenna. This receives the signal from the satellite miles above you. The antenna can be installed on the roof of the...

Connecting a citizen's band mobile radio antenna to a vehicle involves more than just appearance. The field created by the car's body can amplify or retard the radio signal, depending on placement...

Aftermarket car stereos are often of much higher quality than the pre-installed stereos that come standard in vehicles. Installing the stereo yourself is an easy way to cut down on the cost of...

A car radio picks up a station's frequency via the antenna. The antenna, usually two to three feet long, is mounted either in the front of the car near one side of the windshield or on the back of...

The stereo mounted in the dashboard of a car is only a little bigger than a cigar box. Encased in it are circuits that decode sound waves and digital information and turn it into sound. Stereos...

Citizens Band (CB) radios must first be powered in order to work. They do not typically run by battery. Most CB radios are plugged into the cigarette lighter, which is hooked up to the vehicle's...

Have you locked your keys in your car and need to get into your car but cant afford to hire a expensive locksmith in this terrible economy of ours? If you are in this situation please don't do...

You can cut your stock antenna down in about 10 minutes. Your car will no longer look like a remote control car with the giant antenna!

Riding your motorcycle can be a huge source or relaxation or fun. Ride to events or just to get away from life for just a little while. What ever your reasons are, they can be enhanced by a GPS....

Regular radio is just a repeat of the same songs that fade out with weak signal. Satellite radio offers a wide array of choices as an alternative to the boring old radio!

A car power radio antenna operates by electronic control. Most power antennas are designed to switch on when the vehicle ignition is turned on. When a key is inserted into the ignition switch and...

Replacing the stereo in the Saturn Ion requires the removal of the center console and instrument panel cover. This difficult install will get you better sounds and additional features not...

The Pontiac Bonneville has been in production since 1957 with updates and changes made every few years. With cars dating back to the 1950s, it's no surprise that many of them are ready for a new...

The Pontiac Grand Am sound system is likely ready to be replaced in older models. Upgrading the stereo in the Pontiac Grand Am gives you great sound and features unavailable in the factory head...

The VW Jetta has been around long enough that many owners are finding they have to replace the stereo. Doing the install yourself saves money, gives you better sound quality and newer features....

Upgrading the Oldsmobile Alero stereo is a common modification over the dull factory head unit. Swapping out the old radio for a new head unit gives you better sound and features unavailable in...

The GMC Sierra is the sister truck of the Chevy Silverado and combines rugged styling and work truck features. Swapping out the manufacturer's stereo for an aftermarket head unit with upgraded...

The Cadillac Escalade is a luxury SUV that is a favorite of customizers from all walks of life. Upgrading the stereo is likely the first customization performed on the Escalade to improve sound,...

Chevy introduced the Cobalt as both a coupe and sedan configuration in 2005. Upgrading the factory stereo is more difficult in the Chevy Cobalt than most cars. Removing the dash is required, along...

The Nissan Altima is a sporty sedan built in America since 1993. One of the more popular upgrades for this car is replacing the factory stereo for a more powerful and feature-filled aftermarket...

Changing out a car stereo is a project most people avoid undertaking, given the seemingly complex world of electronics. The truth is, there are only a couple of connections and a few screws to...

Window tinting is a great way to update the look of your car. You can tint your windows yourself, however you must prepare your car before hand. A common job in preparation for tinting windows is...