Car Aftermarket Options

Fog lights help to improve visibility while driving at night and during inclement weather. Because fog lights sit so low to the ground on most vehicles, they are prone to scratching, pitting and...

The Honda Civic is one of Honda's best selling automobiles. Since its initial production in 1972, it has been through eight official redesigns as of 2008, plus a face-lift in 2009. On many Civic...

Painting the engine in your car can be done for several reasons. It can be painted a neutral color for making an old engine look like new, a solid color to match your car's new paint or it can be...

A blow-off valve is a device used on turbocharged engines that helps to control the amount of pressure running through the system. The valve releases pressure in a controlled manner to help...

Like many other high-end carmarkers, Audi offers the popular keyless entry remote programming on their cars. These keyless remotes can be bought as aftermarket options from the dealership when you...

Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission use a torque converter instead of a clutch, which allows the vehicle to idle without propelling the vehicle. Once the vehicle's engine reaches a...

The quest for better gas mileage should have us look at any factor that can improve the fuel economy of our cars. Tires are where a car contacts the ground and do have a significant effect on gas...

The knock sensor on your 1990 Ford F150 helps to protect the engine from engine knock. Engine knock---or "knocking"---is the result of improper combustion in the combustion chamber of your truck....

Installing certain engine upgrades can help net a few more horses out of your pony car, no matter which year or engine size. Before the addition of any power increasing components, however, check...

Before applying window tint to your car, check with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to make sure tinting is allowed in the state where you live. If your car is registered in a different...

A bed cap is a fiberglass, aluminum or steel shell installed on top of a truck's bed to protect cargo from the elements and theft. Installing a bed cap on a Toyota Tacoma is a simple process,...

If you've decided it's time to remove the window tint from your car windows, there are a few simple steps you must take in order to perform the task satisfactorily. You can certainly attempt to...

Car undercoating is a highly debated product. Some automotive enthusiasts say it is a scam by dealers looking for more profit, while others say it prevents rust if applied correctly. If you want...

The Dodge Durango is a large SUV sold by Chrysler Corporation. The 2006 Durango models had a factory in-dash navigation system available on Limited and Adventure models, as part of the technology...

While mounting the toolbox into the bed of your pickup isn't difficult, it is a bit more involved than just setting it there and going. Different bed boxes mount differently sometimes, but they...

Chrome is the shiniest paint you can use on a vehicle. Whether you are painting trim pieces, small parts or the entire car, there are several steps you need to take to ensure you get the best...

There are two ways to go about lowering an Acura Integra, both of which, when done properly, will result in a better handling, more responsive car. There are, however, a few factors to keep in mind.

It takes skill and experience to paint a vehicle like a professional. If you are going to paint your own vehicle and want it to look, here is the information you will need to get the intended...

Knowing the offset of your wheels is a matter of a simple equation, but it is more than just measuring the back side of your wheel. And its use is more than merely determining how a wheel will...

Wheel studs are responsible for holding the wheel and tire assembly tightly to the axle of a vehicle. For some, the need to buy replacement wheel studs becomes necessary for obvious reasons. A...

The results of spray-painting a vehicle won't be as good as painting the car with automotive paint and a paint gun, but it can work well when done correctly. You can purchase spray paint for...

You might have seen the popular shows on television where automotive shops customize cars with televisions, dash-mounted laptop computers and multicolored paint jobs. Unfortunately, most of these...

This article discusses how to test a switch with an ohm meter. Photos show how to connect the ohm meter to the switch for testing.

Painting a truck yourself is a good way to gain experience in automotive painting, save money on a good paint job and get the exact paint job you want. Even inexperienced painters can paint a...

Jeeps have always been vehicles that show the owner's individuality. No two Jeeps are exactly alike, if only because of the number of aftermarket products you can buy to put your own personality...

An engine is like a pump that draws in air and fuel, ignites it and then expels exhaust gasses through the exhaust system. Anything that allows more air or fuel to be packed into each cylinder...

Vehicle owners have been on a quest for speed and performance ever since the first driver stepped behind the wheel, and with today's plethora of aftermarket options, making your car go faster has...

Even though upgrading your muffler or exhaust with a custom system is one way to increase your car's horsepower and performance, you may not want to tamper with your car's parts or spend a lot of...

Wings and spoilers are aftermarket accessories that make your car look fast and sporty. The parts come in a variety of shapes, colors and styles. You don't have to pay a fortune for wings and...

Cargo vans, often called commercial vans, are very useful for businesses. If you are just starting out and cannot find an affordable cargo van, it may benefit you to convert a passenger van into a...

Hydraulic roller lifters are relatively new additions to the lifter family and are steadily increasing in popularity. These lifters are often used in high-performance applications, as they are...

Mustang owners can be thankful that not many other cars have as many aftermarket performance options available. Because so many parts are available, it is fairly easy to increase the performance...

Achieving better engine performance and fuel efficiency seem like exclusive goals, since cars that go faster usually consume more fuel. But there are parts you can install on a car that can help...

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...

The tires on your daily commuter are worn down to the wear marks and your wheels are dull, tarnished and suffer from repeated bashing against curbs. Time to put on a new set of wheels and get some...

Heat is an engine's worst enemy, and an abundance of heat can lead to costly repairs for things like cracked cylinder heads and seized pistons. On most cars and light trucks water and anti-freeze...

The Ford F150 has been the best selling vehicle in America annually 27 times, during its production cycle. Unfortunately, some entry level models of the F150 didn't come equipped with a CD player,...

Winches are used to pull a vehicle that is stuck. This is also called recovery. In most instances four-wheelers that head off to the woods should have a winch attached to their vehicle. It is best...

Volkswagens are a popular choice for compact or mid-sized cars and have been manufactured for decades. When it comes time to have your Beetle serviced, make sure you know where to get factory...

Wheel spacers do exactly what their name implies: they move the wheel out from its hub, widening the overall track width, either for cosmetic or functional reasons. They range from low-priced,...

Tinting your care windows protects you and your vehicle from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, provides privacy, and can reduce the temperature in your car by as much as 60 percent on hot days....

How to Buy Tires for Passenger Cars, Prevent Tire Information Overload and Save Money in Four Easy Steps.

There may come a time when you need to know the actual overall diameter of a tire. There is nothing on a tire that will give you this information. You simply have to know the formula and the...

Check with your state laws first before attempting this project. Some states may have restrictions on tinted windows. It’s advisable to purchase a kit that comes with the necessary tools and the...

If you're anything like me, chances are, you've probably been on the road before and had an idea you just HAD to remember. Problem is you're probably on the highway, and who knows if you'll...

The weather outside is stormy and the loud thunder just shook the ground. Your car alarm goes off and you try everything to silence it. Well don’t worry about that, I’m gong to teach you...

The F250 is a full-size size truck manufactured by Ford Motor Company. The F250 is the 3/4-ton version of Ford's popular F-series trucks, a series that includes the F150 (1/2 ton) and the F350 (1...

Installing an Auto Meter is vague in as much as there are three most commonly used Auto Meter gauges: the oil pressure, water temperature and the voltmeter. Having instruments as opposed to a...

Lifting a truck 3 inches using a suspension lift requires changing the front springs and shock absorbers in the front and installing shocks and a block in the rear. The kits differ according to...

The Tundra is a full-size truck sold by Toyota Motor Corporation since 1999, when it replaced the Toyota T-100. Installing a new CD player in your Tundra requires taking off a portion of the...