Car Aftermarket Options

The easiest way to gain horsepower in your vehicle is to increase the amount of air coming into or going out of the engine, There are lots of ways to do this, but one popular option is to add an...

Trucks can have lots of quirks. Maybe your passenger side mirror fits weird, or you can't get the bubble out of your tint on the rear window, or possibly, your dome light is too bright. In this...

The Chevy Avalanche was introduced in 2002. It shares most of its interior components with the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks. The second-generation Avalanche was introduced in 2007,...

The most popular and easiest aftermarket upgrade for Sebring owners is the addition of a CD player. There are specific steps necessary to perform the switch from the factory-installed stereo...

Building a performance car means that you want to have a fast car that also functions well. To make sure everything does work in harmony, gauges can help immensely. The aftermarket has tons of...

Probably the most common aftermarket addition to a vehicle is the stereo. Some makes and models are designed with the idea in mind that at some point, the owner will choose to upgrade the audio...

The Dodge Charger belongs to a family of Dodge and Chrysler vehicles known as "LX" vehicles. These vehicles include the Chrysler 300, Dodge Magnum and Dodge Challenger. LX owners commonly...

If you're looking to get some extra performance out of your 2005 Pontiac GTO, the easiest way to do that is with a cold-air intake. This will get higher quantities of colder air to your engine,...

The kidney grills on a BMW are the distinctive looking chrome grills that are mounted between the headlights and above the bumper. Often owners replace old, chipped grills with new ones or simply...

The Chevrolet TrailBlazer has been popular since its introduction as the heir apparent to the S-10 Blazer line. Modifications to the SUV include roof-mounted monitors and custom suede headliners....

The radio (head unit) on a Subaru Outback Legacy is mounted in the dash just above the center console. If your factory-equipped radio is broken, you may wish to replace it. In addition,...

The BMW 325i has been hailed as the premier sport sedan in the world. BMW calls it "The Ultimate Driving Machine." The 325i also comes with a quality audio system of amplifiers, stereo and...

Removing speakers from your car's door is usually a simple process depending on the make, model and year of your car. Some speakers are easily accessible because their covers pry off with a...

When upgrading a Jeep's audio system, there are three areas you need to address: the stereo system, the amplifier and the speakers. The stock speakers in the door panels of a Jeep are limited in...

There are many reasons you might want to install a new stereo into your Volvo S70. Whether you are replacing a malfunctioning system or upgrading to an aftermarket deck, installing a stereo is a...

The Chrysler 300C is one of the automaker's most popular cars in years, and it has helped to revitalize the brand. With that popularity comes a ton of aftermarket parts, including different types...

Interiors see a lot of wear and tear, particularly the seat on the driver's side. Constant in-and-out motions cause fabric to tear and leather to wear and brings the overall interior quality down...

Though Lexus offers quality sound systems in every model they manufacture, there may arise the need to remove the radio for repairs or upgrade. You can do it yourself with a few tools.

The TL is an entry-level sedan built by Honda and sold under the Acura nameplate. The Acura TL was introduced in 1996. If you are dissatisfied with the stereo in your Acura TL, you will need to...

Wheel trim is the general term for hubcaps, wheel covers, or both. Wheel trim is usually installed on vehicles with steel wheels. Steel is cheaper to produce than some of the more elaborate...

The current generation BMW M3, which is also referred to as an E90 M3 in sedan form and an E92 M3 in coupe form, is another stunning M-car from BMW in a long line of them. BMW's stylists gave the...

The Camry is a mid-sized automobile made by Toyota. The car originally debuted in 1980, and was a compact car. As of 2009, the Camry has gone through seven generations of redesigns, including a...

The first step to upgrading your car's factory sound system or replacing broken speakers is removing the old speakers. Car speakers can be removed easily; it's accessing them that can sometimes...

The classic look of a BMW vehicle speaks for itself, but the auto manufacturer's stylish logo is a sign of quality engineering. After a few blocks around town in a BMW vehicle, it is easy to see...

The Tacoma uses an integrated stereo system similar to other import vehicles. However, there are plenty of aftermarket stereo systems out there, and though your factory stereo unit may not...

The Frontier is a pickup truck manufactured by Nissan. Although it debuted in 1998, it's been through only two generations of redesign. The factory-installed stereo system, unfortunately, was...

Toyota Racing Development (TRD) manufactures a wide variety of performance accessory options for current Toyota, Scion and Lexus production vehicles on the road today. TRD exhaust tips are made of...

Alpine audio makes premium car audio equipment. Their stereos are known as some of the best in the world. However, as with all manufactures, they offer low-end models and premium models. If you...

If there is a problem with the factory radio in your PT Cruiser, it's an excellent excuse to install a new, better one. Even if there's nothing wrong with the original radio, new aftermarket...

The factory installed Mazda radio should theoretically last the life of the vehicle. If the vehicle was previously owned, however, any number of things could have happened to cause the radio to...

The standard stereo in the Nissan Altima provides good sound, but some drivers may want to upgrade the factory system to get additional power out of the stereo. Whatever the case, you can easily...

The factory stereo in an Acura RSX can be upgraded if you want a better audio experience while driving. Even though Acura offers a premium Bose sound system as standard equipment on the RSX, you...

The speakers in your Hyundai Accent allow you to listen to your favorite music while driving. Unfortunately, they may wear out over time. Many issues can cause the speakers to fail or...

Installing an aftermarket intake is a popular modification to do to any car because of the easy horsepower gains as well as the increased mileage. But sometimes, the maintenance can seem...

Cold air intakes add horsepower to the cars they are installed on by increasing the amount of air delivered to the engine intake. This increases the combustion and fuel economy of the car as well...

Are the speakers on your VW Beetle simply not up to par anymore? Do they crackle or buzz or even not work at all? It may be time to replace them. Don't worry. This is not too difficult to do, even...

If you need to replace the speakers in your car, you may find yourself wondering where to even start. While the task may at first glance appear to be difficult, it is actually very easy. All you...

The car speaker covers adjusts the sound quality as well as protects the speakers from debris and damage. Before you can change the speakers of your car, you will have to first remove their...

You've decided you want to replace the weak stock speakers that came in your older Nissan Frontier truck. The process, using the easy access options incorporated by Nissan, is quite simple, and...

Removing an old stereo and installing a new stereo in your vehicle is a straightforward procedure. Before you can remove an old stereo or install a new one though, you first have to be able to get...

Sometimes stock speakers may become blown out over time or they may not offer the premium sound you are seeking. An easy remedy for this problem is to install after-market stereo speakers into...

If you want to replace your stock car stereo with a newer model, here is a step by step guide on how to remove it.

You've decided you want to upgrade the factory radio in your Honda Civic. An aftermarket CD player will work and sound much better. Having the old radio removed by someone at an audio store can be...

Whether your current speakers are damaged or you want to install a better sounding stereo system, replacing car stereo speakers is quite a simple task. While the process is relatively easy, the...

The easiest upgrade you can make to your car's stereo system is replacing the speakers. It takes very little time, minimum effort and few tools. The resulting sound is usually better than stock...

The Club is a car-theft prevention device designed to prevent thieves from driving the car. It's a steel bar that hooks around the inside of the steering wheel that prevents the wheel from being...

DVD players are common in cars these days. While most monitors are placed on the back seats and ceiling of the car, you can also install a monitor on the sun visor of the passenger seat. T

This article is how to remove a stereo from a Ford F-150, but should work for many other vehicles.

A very easy to do, but effective upgrade to do on your BMW is changing the roundel on the hood. You can either replace an old and faded emblem, or change the stock roundel for a unique look.

It is recommended to change the air filter on a vehicle every 10k miles. In order to keep your M3 running at peak performance, it is critical to maintain a fresh air filter. There are also several...