Name That Part revealed – Ballast Resistor

Ballast Resistor

And the answer to this week's mystery part is..."Ballast Resistor." We appreciate the great guesses we get from you each week on Name That Part. And, we welcome your participation, even if you're not a car expert and are just throwing your best … [Continue reading]

Advance Author Series: Michael E. Gray and AUTO UPKEEP

Auto Upkeep

We interview the author of the popular car manual Auto Upkeep.   Mike Gray and his wife Linda co-authored Auto Upkeep, a text that, according to Mike, is “used by over 500 secondary and post-secondary schools to teach introductory … [Continue reading]

Coming soon: The Advance Author Series

Advance Auto Parts

Greetings DIY'ers and four-wheel fanatics. We've got some exciting new features coming your way soon, right here on the DIY Garage Blog. Keep an eye out for exclusive interviews with key authors in the field of cars, trucks, DIY and more. We'll … [Continue reading]

Name That Part revealed – Turbocharger

Cardone Turbocharger

Okay, we admit that this one might've been a little too easy.  But for those who didn't guess it right, this week's mystery part is a "Turbocharger." For more information about this Cardone Turbocharger, visit Advance Auto Parts. We'll see … [Continue reading]

Wash? Wax? Why bother.

Advance Auto Parts

Wouldn’t you know it? At long last, I not only washed but also detailed, to the best of my ability, the car this past sunny weekend. Not even a couple of days pass before the inevitable happens. Rain. All last night. And this morning. Serves … [Continue reading]

Formula Drift Co-Founder Ryan Sage Promises an Exciting Racing Season

Formula Drift

Street Talk recently caught up with Formula Drift Co-Founder Ryan Sage to find out more about the series, its growth, and some exciting changes for the 2013 season. Here’s what he had to say. ST: As Formula Drift enters its tenth season, how has … [Continue reading]

Name That Part revealed – Oil Pump Drive Shaft

Melling Oil Pump Drive Shaft

Hey Players, this week's mystery part is an "Oil Pump Drive Shaft." To be specific, it's an oil pump drive shaft from Melling, who also happen to be sponsoring our weekly $250 Gas Card Giveaway! Enter for a chance to win one of 5 gas cards each … [Continue reading]

April is Car Care Month and its theme is: “Be Car Care Aware”

Advance Auto Parts

If you take away only one message from the April 2013 Car Care Month campaign, it should be that there are significant benefits of regular car maintenance and repair. In 2012, at community-based vehicle inspections held across the country in April … [Continue reading]

Name That Part revealed – Brake Master Cylinder

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A hearty congratulations to those who correctly guessed this week's mystery part as a "Brake Master Cylinder!" For more information about this Brake Master Cylinder, visit Advance Auto Parts. We'll see you on Facebook next Monday for another … [Continue reading]

Advance exclusive: Interview with Richard Griot of Griot’s Garage

Advance Auto Parts

We recently caught up with Griot's Garage founder and industry icon Richard Griot—to get the real dirt on his favorite classic cars.  Something special happens when two car guys get to talking. You can feel it in the air: you’re both nuts … [Continue reading]