Car Aftermarket Options

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....

Installing a hitch ball onto the Chevrolet S10 rear bumper is an inexpensive way to tow small trailers. The step bumper of a Chevy S10 or Blazer is rated at 3,500 pounds of towing capacity, the...

Window tint don’t only make your car look cool but it also saves you fuel by using less air conditioning to cool the interior of your vehicle. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to...

Eye headlights are some really cool lights. They look great when they light up. They have that halo effect. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to get started.

OnStar is an in-car communication and security subscription service offered as standard equipment by General Motors for owners of trucks, SUVs and automobiles made by Chevrolet, Plymouth, Pontiac,...

A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start her car from a remote location, such as the inside of her house, office or school. The main benefits of a remote starter are to warm the...

In a large vehicle like the Ford Explorer, many people like to have high-quality speakers to go with it. If your speakers are getting old and worn out, or you don't like the quality of the...

A remote starter allows a vehicle's owner to start the vehicle from a remote location, such as a house or office. Remote starters provide a number of important benefits: they allow a vehicle to...

Ground effects, such as spoilers, skirts and wings, can make a car appear like a futuristic flying machine, more suitable for time travel than driving. However, ground effects have a very...

Your car seat tends to lose its padding overtime. To solve this problem, it needs to be restored. So let’s get started. Just follow the steps below.

A gauge pod is an automotive metering device that sits outside of the stock gauge cluster. It can be a large tachometer, used for racing, or a row of extra gauges that display more information...

Adding a cold-air intake system to a vehicle's engine can increase the engine's power and provide many other benefits. It's an important asset to a vehicle's internal combustion system, and...

One of the ways Lexus maintains its reputation as a leading luxury car brand is by loading its vehicles with cutting-edge features. Among the standard and optional features available for the RX330...

If your car is getting a little smelly, you might be tempted by those hanging air fresheners that are on the shelves in every supermarket. However, sometimes you might not really enjoy the scents...

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...

A remote starter is a useful device that allows a driver to start her car from a different location, such as the inside of her house or office. The main functional benefits of a remote starter are...

A popular upgrade feature or many cars, the keyless remote starter is an essential tool for many Jetta owners. Allowing for easy access to the doors, trunk, and panic alarm, the remote starter is...

Aftermarket car rims are very popular and are available in chrome, billet or a painted black finish. A set of four new rims and tires can cost thousands of dollars. To save money and be more...

The form for your fiberglass speaker enclosure is made from any material that can support the lightweight fiberglass strips. The easiest to work with is Styrofoam. The shape of the enclosure is...

A cold-air intake system is an after-market automotive add-on that is intended to improve the fuel efficiency and power available to a car's engine. It works in coordination with the other parts...

When choosing a car or truck to buy, or when considering upgrades, one of the options often presented is a tow package. It is common to think of the tow package as nothing more than a trailer...

Leather car seats add a luxury feel to any vehicle. By adding leather seats, not only does this enhance the car, but will also increase the sale and resale value of the car. Leather is durable,...

A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start the car from a remote location, such as the inside of a house or office. The main benefits of a remote starter are to allow a car to warm...

Lots of people have to buy a minivan, but not many seem to really want to. Why is that? Because there is a perception that minivans are uncool. This article will show you how to make your minivan...

Will give you a brief rundown or what to expect and do when installing a car audio amplifier

Having window tint put on your vehicle can be expensive. With some simple tools and a bit of trial and error you can do it yourself at home and save $100's.

The GMC Safari is a large SUV with room for all of the family, plus storage space to boot. Just like all vehicles on the road, the Safari is equipped with weatherstripping surrounding all of the...

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...

Replacing the stock stereo in a Jeep Grand Wagoneer is not difficult, as the SUV has standard radio openings and wiring. It should take the average backyard mechanic about an hour to install a...

Getting the best bass from your speakers has a lot to do with how they are wired and set up. Speaker systems vary from simple stereo to the 7.1 channel setups. Invariably, a good bass response is...

Whether your Honda Accord is an older model or a newer one, it's good to know how to replace the factory speakers. Chances are that at some point they will blow out, stop functioning as well as...

Soda blasting is an alternative form of paint removal. As well as being environmentally friendly, soda blasting is surface- friendly. Soda blasting does, however, leave a thin film of white powder...

A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start the car from a remote location, such as the inside of a house, office or school. The purpose of a remote starter is to allow a car to...

Exhaust systems use pipes to direct hot air out of a car's engine to keep the engine cool and running well. As opposed to regular exhaust systems, dual exhaust systems use two pipes leading out of...

The Dodge Grand Caravan is a dependable, long-lasting van fit for the entire family. Equipped with the latest safety features and affordable styling, the Grand Caravan is very popular. While the...

Most aftermarket fender flares require some of the body to be cut, per the manufacturer's instructions. It's imperative that you measure carefully and shave only the metal necessary to make a good...

Installing multiple batteries can help preserve the life of your car's starter battery by giving your car's electrical devices another power source so they don't drain the primary battery. A...

A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start his car from a remote location, such as the inside of a house, office or school. The purpose of a remote starter is to allow a car to...

The keyless entry programming on a Pontiac Grand Prix is a tool that is standard on all Grand Prix cars in the late 2000s, and it can be bought cheaply from many automotive stores. These systems...

Introduced in 2005, the Pontiac G6 became one of Pontiac's top-selling cars. The car often comes standard with a keyless entry remote program, and the program allows remote access to the doors,...

Motorcycles come in all shapes, sizes and, depending on the taste of the rider, volume levels. Some riders prefer a quiet ride while some like to be heard. If you like your motorcycle to turn...

The words used to refer to car roofs are numerous: flip-up, moon roof, sun roof, hard top, soft top, retractable, and convertible, just to name a few. All these words can be very confusing,...

Dying auto seat upholstery can be a difficult process, particularly when the seats are made from velour fabric. Many auto owners think they need to have the seats professionally replaced to change...

A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start the car from a remote location, such as the inside of a house, office or school. The purpose of a remote starter is to allow a car to...

A popular standard and aftermarket option on the Dodge Ram 1500, the keyless entry system allows easy controlling of the car's doors, locks, trunk, panic alarm and often its automatic starting....

A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start the car from a remote location, such as the inside of a house, office or school. The purpose of a remote starter is to allow a car to...

A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start the car from a remote location, such as the inside of a house, office or school. The purpose of a remote starter is to allow a car to...

A roof rack is a necessity for a Jeep owner. It can haul bikes, surfboards, even furniture to wherever you want to go. Jeep owners can make their own roof racks if they want to save some money and...

A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start her car from a remote location, such as the inside of her house, office or school. The purpose of a remote starter is to allow a car to...

Wiring a car stereo is only half the battle. You want to make sure the car stereo has a good sound when you are ready to crank up the volume or at least provide a smooth, rich sound for your...