Car Aftermarket Options

The Ford Freestar is sometimes used for hauling or towing heavy loads, which it was not designed to do. This can have a severe effect on the transmission, heating the fluid beyond it's ability to...

Cold weather and cars, especially those with diesel engines, are a poor mix. Cold starting is difficult and tough on an engine. Oil is thicker at cold temperatures so proper lubrication for all...

If you've ever seen a racing movie or a modded car drive by, you definitely know the sound they are capable of making. Custom exhaust systems can cost thousands of dollars when you figure in an...

During normal operation, the turbo in a turbocharged car reaches very high temperatures. The turbo is generally cooled by the engine's oil supply, which is routed to the turbo. When the motor is...

This will show you how to take a factory stereo out and install a new stereo/cd player

It is time to get to the radio but you have forgotten how. I had to do it the hard way. Just follow these steps with a little patience and perseverance and you will do it the easy way.

Driving lights greatly enhance driving safety, especially on unlit rural roads. Check state and local laws before installing these lights on your truck or car, as it may be illegal to operate...

The best all-weather motorcycle tires offer optimal performance in dry and wet weather conditions and on city streets, highways and freeways. Factors to consider in identifying the best all...

Performance modification takes many forms, from extracting extra power from an engine for better acceleration to replacing entire systems for better handling and braking. Off-road performance is a...

One of the most common aftermarket additions to any vehicle is the upgrade to the stereo system. The 1998 Ford Mustang is a vehicle designed to make the upgrade relatively simple. You can choose...

In many cases, when upgrading you car stereo system, you may find the need to install two amplifiers. When your system includes a subwoofer, a second amplifier means having the full power of each...

Heated seats come as an option on many vehicles. You are more likely to find heated seats in luxury vehicles with leather seats. Heated seats can also be added as an aftermarket part; they can...

Remote keyless entry makes using a car easier and, in many cases, safer. As the remotes get older, the buttons start to wear out and batteries need to be changed. In many cases, the remote needs...

Sharing nearly every mechanical component with its S-10 and S-15 siblings, the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer is essentially an SUV derivative of this wildly popular mini-truck. Though 350 engine swaps are...

A moon roof is an inbuilt glass panel in the top of a car that retracts completely. Moon roofs are standard in some cars but are available as an option for additional cost in others.

Rome had the Gladius, Ghengis had the re-curved bow, and Truman had the A-bomb. In recent years, the automotive aftermarket has experienced just such a revolution in weapons-grade power-adders,...

The Chevrolet Astro van has multiple radio speakers at numerous locations. If you need to remove any of the speakers, you need to know the specific removal instructions for each one. Some of these...

While there have been many different Corvettes on the market, radio removal in the C4 and C5 will give you a good idea of how to remove a Corvette radio. Removing the radio in the C4 Corvette and...

Cargo mats provide protection to your trunk carpet and liner. Most cargo mats are made out of heavy-duty rubber which will protect your trunk from stains or damage. Installing a cargo mat is very...

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 Cressida was Toyota's premium vehicle in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The 1990 Cressida was the second year model after a substantial redesign. This would be the last redesign the Cressida...

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...

Spyder Cold Air Intake systems are a relatively low-cost way to increase the performance of your automobile. In a standard intake, normal amounts of warm air from the engine compartment are fed...

Removing the chrome from rims is necessary when you want to repaint them or refinish them. There is little prep work required for removing the chrome, but once you do, you'll need to paint them...

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...

Your motorcycle's gas tank is arguably the most import part of its aesthetic qualities. It's the most notable part for its shape, which is often unique to certain brands of motorcycles. Make your...

When it comes to aftermarket automotive parts, K&N Engineering Inc. is well-known for producing some of the finest and most respected components for most any late-model passenger vehicle. The...

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,...

Lifting a truck such as the Nissan Titan is a popular modification, mostly because of the extra functionality it gives the owner. You can drive over larger obstacles, have a commanding view of the...

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...

Audi is well-known for building high-quality luxury vehicles. Luxury vehicles tend to be complicated and more expensive to work on; this is not true when it comes to the Audi radio. Radios in Audi...

The Eagle Talon 2G is the second generation Talon; it was produced from 1995 to 1998. The turbocharged variants of the model benefit greatly from the installation of a turbo timer, which is a...

On a turbocharged car, it is a good idea to let the engine run at idle for a short time before the motor is turned off, particularly if the car has just been driven aggressively. Turbos produce a...

If you need to remove the speakers for your Nissan vehicle's stereo, know that their locations can vary depending on the type of vehicle you have. Almost all vehicles have speakers in the front...

If you own a turbocharged car, installing and learning how to use a turbo timer will help your turbo last for many years to come, with less chance of it failing. A turbo timer is a device that is...

Car maintenance can be a challenge at times, because a lot of the critical parts can only be reached from underneath the vehicle. Most professional shops have some kind of lift, but for someone...

The turbocharger in a Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI engine spins at incredibly high speeds and in turn produces a lot of heat. If the oil source that cools the engine is suddenly cut off, which is what...

Installing a cold air intake into your Chevrolet Cavalier is one of the most affordable aftermarket modifications you can make. The cold air entering your engine's combustion chamber creates...

Pimping your ride is a term used to describe enhancing your vehicle more into a work of art and in most cases, high performance. The term came into popular culture from a show produced by MTV...

The Mustang's stock rocker arms are a single piece of stamped metal. The tip of these rocker arms slide against the top of the valves, which robs the engine of power and creates heat due to...

The exhaust tip is the portion of the exhaust that covers that exhaust pipe itself where the exhaust exits the vehicle, which is usually at the back of the car. Since the exhaust tip is the most...

A popular option for upgrading a car's exterior cosmetics is the installation of a set of chrome exhaust tips. This is a relatively easy modification to perform, and it's also relatively cheap....

Tubular headers are a great way to free up more horsepower from a car, whether it's stock or modified, a street car or a race car. While headers are more free-flowing than factory manifolds, they...

This article will show you how to make an in-vehicle laptop console, for most vans, trucks and automobiles that have floor room in the area between driver and passenger sides. The vehicle used in...

Installing scissor doors on a vehicle is not as daunting a task as it may seem. The modification consists of replacing factory hinges with after-market hinges, adding a strut to hold the weight of...

Many touring motorcycles now come standard with an electronic cruise control, also known as throttle lock. This cruise control takes strain off wrists and hands during extended highway rides by...

When upgrading a Saturn audio system, there are three areas of immediate concern: the stereo deck, the speakers and the amplifier. The stereo deck and speakers require changes in hardware at a...

HID bulbs on a car illuminate the road more than standard halogen bulbs. Just like with halogen bulbs, touching HID bulbs often damages the bulb, and can cause injury.

Adding a bed liner to your pickup truck is one of the easiest and best ways to protect it from the damage that can occur when carrying a load. Bed liners can also be used to conceal old damage and...

Saturn owners have a platform that allows for a moderate challenge in upgrading with aftermarket audio wares. When upgrading a stereo system, the speakers, the stereo deck itself and the...