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How to Find Aftermarket Ford Parts in Australia

If you are a Ford owner who is new to the aftermarket space, you might be wondering where to buy aftermarket Ford parts in Australia. You might also be struggling with which type of replacement part to buy: aftermarket or OEM parts. Those are worthwhile questions, and this post is designed to help you answer them.

Dec 31st, 2020

Carpart News

Get Holiday Deals When You Buy New Tyres Now!

The 2020 holiday season started way back October with Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, Cyber Monday and now it’s past Christmas and even Boxing Day. But after-holiday sales will likely continue until the first two weeks of New Year. In other words, you've still got time to snap up awesome auto part deals. Read here for some tyre-buying tips!

Dec 30th, 2020

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Finding The EXACT Car Part You Need With An Auto Part Locator

When searching for auto parts, you need not walk into a physical store and have limited options based on the seller's inventory. Instead, you can do a quick auto parts search or use a parts request tool to get exactly what you want, down to the brand, model, and colour preference. In this article, we’re going to explore why you should use an auto part locator to find spare parts and how you can make the most of such tools.

Dec 28th, 2020

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Tips To Reduce The Cost Of Buying OEM Parts

Most car owners insist on spending their hard-earned money on high-quality OEM parts. But surely there must be some ways to reduce the cost of going OEM, aren’t there? As it turns out, yes, there are a few little tips you can follow to minimise spending. Let’s take a look at what you can do to reduce the cost of buying OEM parts.

Dec 25th, 2020

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The Best Places to Find Auto Electrical Parts in Melbourne

When searching for the right electrical parts for your car, there are a couple of factors you need to consider. Also, there are several auto parts shops around Melbourne, so to narrow down your options, here’s a compilation of the top 8 auto parts shops where you are assured of getting the electrical parts you need.

Dec 21st, 2020

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How Do Wreckers In Australia Price The Cars And Auto Parts They Buy?

How do wreckers determine the price of an old vehicle? In this article, we’re going to explore the factors that affect how wreckers decide the price they pay for your car or used auto parts.

Dec 18th, 2020

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Popular Auto Parts & Accessories For Upgrading Your Dodge Ram Trucks

The all-American Ram pickup truck doesn’t sacrifice anything; it’s powerful, stylish, and comfortable all at the same time. Even then, it’s still possible to improve on the stock Dodge Ram with the right auto parts and accessories. In this article, we’re going to go through some of the best Dodge Ram parts that you can invest in to make your truck even better than it already is.

Dec 16th, 2020

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Is It Difficult to Find Auto Parts for Small Cars in Australia?

New car sales figures show Aussies losing interest in city cars like Kia Rio, Mazda2, and Toyota Yaris. Following that trend, will auto parts for small cars get scarce too? Is it something you should start worrying about?

Dec 10th, 2020

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Can You Find Race Car Parts From Salvage Yards?

Can you find race car parts from salvage yards? Yes — one man’s scrap can be a racer’s treasure! If you know what to look for, that is. The bottom line is that a salvage yard is only worth your time if it is near you, you’re experienced in car repairs, and you have the right set of tools. Otherwise, you better start taking another route – head over to Carpart.com.au and request a part!

Dec 08th, 2020

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Are Second Hand Batteries Any Good?

There are three things to look out for when purchasing a second-hand battery. First is the age of the battery. Check the date stamp. It indicates when exactly the battery was made. Note that the date stamps aren’t written in the usual “dd/mm/yy” format. So you’ve got to learn how to interpret it. Find out how!

Dec 07th, 2020

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I Can't Find A Car Part From Online Stores – What Now?

Locating discontinued auto parts requires patience and persistence. As more and more auto parts are becoming obsolete, a part-finding tool becomes increasingly important. We will discuss it at length as one of the more innovative and effective ways of searching a car part, along with 5 other smart ways to locate hard to find auto parts.

Dec 07th, 2020

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How Do You Know The Car Part You're Buying Is Correct?

Maintaining cars and sourcing auto replacement parts can be quite expensive. One way to save money is by buying car parts online. Finding the correct part, however, is yet another challenge you have to overcome. Here are a few things you need to do to make sure that the part you’re buying will work and is the correct fit for your car.

Dec 04th, 2020

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What Car Parts Are Most Valuable And Most Frequently Stolen?

Sometimes, thieves only want to run away with specific car parts or car accessories, and not the whole vehicle. One reason could be that it's a much easier way to make money without the risk of getting caught in a stolen vehicle. Another is that some car parts are more tantalising than others in the eyes of a thief. What are these parts? Find out from this short read!

Dec 03rd, 2020

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Steel Wheels Vs Alloy Wheels: Which Is Better?

Before you decide on which one to buy – alloy wheels vs steel wheels – you should go through this article first. We’ll be looking at the significant differences between steel wheels and alloy wheels, including the pros and cons of each. Then, we’ll share some thoughts on which one is better than the other. You wouldn’t want to miss this piece!

Dec 03rd, 2020

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Finding Auto Parts For Kit Cars In Australia

Building a kit car means that you’ll order a kit from a manufacturer who will put together all the essential car parts you need to make a car from the ground up. The downside is that kits usually include only the bare minimum car parts, so you'll still need to shop around for the rest to make your vehicle whole. In this article, we’re going to help you with everything you need to know to get the job done.

Nov 30th, 2020