Repairing your vehicle is usually hard on your wallet. But when the repairs are done with used parts, the price can come down dramatically. The problem with used parts is getting them. Most of the time, you have to go to a junkyard and pull the parts yourself. That means you have to take the […]
View ArticleWhen it comes to car manufacturing, lighter materials have become more and more important. Lighter cars mean better fuel economy, better acceleration and better braking. This has made aluminum an incredibly valuable material for vehicle manufacturing. At one time, only higher end companies like Audi used aluminum in their vehicles. But now, as engineers hone […]
View ArticleRather than buying a whole new car, many consumers opt to fix the car they already drive. However, repair costs have been rising over the past few years, making every fix into an expense. Buying used car parts can curve costs depending on your repair needs. There are some car parts you should always buy […]
View ArticleIn general, people struggle with the decision to cut their losses, whether it’s a toxic relationship with a person or their vehicle. While putting smaller amounts of money regularly into the car you already own may seem like it saves you money, you could be putting an unnecessary hole in your wallet. Eventually you need […]
View ArticleAfter your car fails and needs a replacement, you want to get it back up and running without paying a fortune. But which is the most cost effective: used auto parts or core parts? Your first idea is to go to the dealership and look for core returns so that you can have OEM auto […]
View ArticleFinding the right part for your vehicle at the right price is your primary concern. That is why when your car needs a repair or replacement car part, you look at used auto parts. Used auto parts have their benefits (aside from being cheaper). Even if you have a newer vehicle, you should consider used […]
View ArticleThe U-pull-it junkyard, also known as auto salvage yard, is becoming an environmental concern for communities the world over. Vehicles at the end of their usable life, and those that cannot be sold are sent to salvage yards where they rust and rest. Traditional junkyards are starting to dwindle in numbers, and this is a […]
View ArticleNo one likes the thought of investing in auto parts that aren’t safe or reliable. Subpar auto parts can cause your vehicle to experience problems and this in turn can cause you a great deal of stress. We all know that sometimes it only takes the smallest component malfunctioning to impact a vehicle negatively, and […]
View ArticleEnd of Life Vehicles (ELVs) are the most recycled consumer product in the world. Over 25 million tons of materials are recycled from old cars, trucks and other vehicles each year. Recycled cars are good for the economy AND the environment. Check out this infographic created by the team at My Auto Store to see […]
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