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Mia Bevacqua, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician

Chief Mechanic at CarParts.com
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Throughout her career, Mia Bevacqua has applied her skills toward automotive failure analysis inspections, consulting, diagnostic software development, and of course, writing.

Mia has a passion for math, science, and technology that motivates her to stay on top of the latest industry trends, such as electric vehicles and autonomous systems. At the same time, she has a weakness for fixer-upper oddballs, such as her 1987 Chevy Cavalier Z-24 and 1998 Chevy Astro Van AWD.

Credentials:

  • ASE Master Automobile Technician, Medium/Heavy Truck, L1, L2, and L3 Advanced Level Specialist certification

  • 15 years of industry experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Advanced Automotive Systems

Articles
DIY
January 19, 2021
Signs of a Bad Water Pump: Is it Time to Replace Yours?
Features
January 17, 2021
Hybrid and Electric Vehicles: They’re Not as Otherworldly as You Might Think
DIY
January 14, 2021
7 Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Hybrid or EV Running Right
Guides
January 10, 2021
Find the Right Part for Your Vehicle: How to Use the CarParts.com Website
Features
January 7, 2021
The Best (and the Worst) Tesla Models
Features
January 4, 2021
16 Budget-Friendly Used Cars That Won’t Let You Down
Features
December 30, 2020
2020 Automotive News Roundup: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
News
December 15, 2020
The Copper-Free Brake Initiative: How the New Laws Will Impact You
Features
December 4, 2020
2021 Cars: The Top New Models You’ll Want to Check Out
Features
December 4, 2020
The 10 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make With Your Car During the Winter
DIY
November 30, 2020
Symptoms of a Bad Air Injection Check Valve
DIY
November 27, 2020
Bad Starter Solenoid Symptoms
DIY
November 27, 2020
How to Replace a Window Regulator
DIY
November 18, 2020
How to Bleed Brakes
Features
November 18, 2020
Useful Automotive Gifts You Can Give Mom (or Anyone Else) This Holiday Season
DIY
November 18, 2020
Car Won’t Start & There’s a Clicking Noise?
DIY
November 11, 2020
Understanding TPMS: How to Reset the Tire Pressure Light & More
OBD-II Trouble Codes
November 10, 2020
Code P1135 Toyota: A Case Study
DIY
October 28, 2020
Bad Heater Core Symptoms
DIY
October 28, 2020
Transmission Fluid Leak: What You Need to Know & How to Fix It
Features
October 26, 2020
Remembering the Class of 1995: The Cars that Turn 25 This Year
Features
October 26, 2020
Auto Mechanic Tools & Equipment List: 26 Tools You Need to Fix Cars Right
Auto Repair
October 22, 2020
Tire Rotation: How & Why You Should Rotate Your Tires
DIY
October 12, 2020
Reduced Engine Power Warning: What Does It Mean?
DIY
October 12, 2020
Fluid Leaks 101: Find Out What’s Leaking From Your Car
DIY
October 5, 2020
Why is My Car Leaking Oil?
DIY
September 29, 2020
Engine Knocking Sound: What Does it Mean?
DIY
September 29, 2020
Intake Manifold Runner Valves: What You Need to Know
Features
September 25, 2020
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System 101: The Basics
DIY
September 25, 2020
What Does a Vapor Canister Do?
DIY
September 18, 2020
Bad Brake Booster Symptoms
DIY
September 18, 2020
How to Test an Air Suspension Compressor
DIY
September 16, 2020
Valve Cover Gasket Leak Symptoms
DIY
September 16, 2020
Symptoms of a Bad Harmonic Balancer
Features
September 14, 2020
10 Bad Habits That Could Be Ruining Your Car
Features
September 14, 2020
What’s in Your Owner’s Manual: Car Care Information, Service Schedules & More
Features
September 10, 2020
7 Most Reliable Used Cars Under $2,000
DIY
August 28, 2020
10 Fall Car Care Tips: Prepare Your Vehicle for the Changing Seasons
DIY
August 27, 2020
How to Replace a Radiator Hose
DIY
August 27, 2020
How to Replace a Drive Belt
DIY
August 24, 2020
How to Get a Car Ready to Sell: What to Do Before Selling or Trading In Your Vehicle
Features
August 19, 2020
A Trip Down Memory Lane: What the CarParts.com Team Drove in High School & College
DIY
August 19, 2020
How to Replace a Fuel Filter
Features
August 13, 2020
Should You Go to School to Become a Mechanic?
DIY
August 10, 2020
How to Flush Coolant
DIY
August 10, 2020
How to Replace an Ignition Coil
DIY
August 10, 2020
How to Change Spark Plugs
Features
July 30, 2020
What’s the Difference Between Your Car’s Air Conditioner & Heater?
Features
July 29, 2020
Cheapest Cars to Maintain: A Professional’s Opinion
DIY
July 22, 2020
Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement: How-To Guide
DIY
July 21, 2020
Bad VVT Solenoid Symptoms: What You Need to Know
DIY
July 21, 2020
Bad Throttle Position Sensor Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Features
July 16, 2020
Modern Classics: Why You Should Buy an 80s Car Despite What People Say
Features
July 16, 2020
The Science Behind Automotive Brand Loyalty: What Makes People Love Their Cars?
Features
July 16, 2020
Fix Your Car Right the First Time: Why You Should Always Consult a Repair Manual
DIY
July 15, 2020
How to Replace a Windshield Wiper Motor
DIY
July 10, 2020
How to Replace Sway Bar Links
DIY
July 10, 2020
Symptoms of a Bad Idle Air Control Valve
Features
July 7, 2020
Why Does My Car Smell Like Gas?
DIY
July 7, 2020
Bad Door Lock Actuator Symptoms: 4 Signs to Watch Out For
Features
July 3, 2020
White Smoke From the Exhaust: What Does it Mean?
Features
July 3, 2020
What is a Car Tune-Up?
Features
July 3, 2020
5 Possible Reasons Why Your Car Shakes When Braking
DIY
June 30, 2020
How to Check Your Car Battery & Battery Cables
DIY
June 29, 2020
5 Signs of a Bad Starter
Features
June 24, 2020
There’s a Shortage of RVs: Is Now the Perfect Time for a Camper Van Conversion?
Features
June 24, 2020
Save Money During Tough Times: Fix Your Car, Instead of Buying a New One
Features
June 24, 2020
Once You Develop a “Fix-it” Mindset, You Can Repair Nearly Anything
DIY
June 24, 2020
How Does a Car Battery Work: What You Need to Know
DIY
June 16, 2020
Bad Strut Symptoms
DIY
June 16, 2020
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
DIY
June 16, 2020
Why Won’t My Car Start?
DIY
June 15, 2020
Why is My Check Engine Light On?
Features
June 3, 2020
Catalytic Converter Theft is on the Rise: How to Protect Your Vehicle
Features
May 20, 2020
Top 5 Female Race Car Drivers of All Time (and 5 Up-and-Comers to Watch)
News
May 15, 2020
Kia Confirms All-Electric Crossover with Porsche-Level Performance
Features
May 13, 2020
NASCAR Drivers Return to the Track After Months of Intense Virtual Racing
Features
May 4, 2020
Top 7 Vehicles That are Perfect for Surviving Disasters & Emergencies
Features
April 28, 2020
How Can I Get My Car Fixed During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Features
April 27, 2020
8 Things You Can Do for Mom While Staying Home This Mother’s Day
DIY
April 22, 2020
How to Detail Your Car’s Exterior: Get a Showroom Shine with These Key Detailing Tips
DIY
April 13, 2020
Essential Underhood Maintenance Tips from Our Chief Mechanic
News
April 10, 2020
Man Finds Buried Car in Yard During COVID-19 Lockdown & Other Tales of Unearthed Vintage Classics
Guides
April 8, 2020
Tire Inspection Guide: How to Check Tire Tread & Tire Pressure
Features
April 1, 2020
How to Clean & Disinfect Your Car’s Interior During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Features
March 20, 2020
Car Care Month & COVID-19: Prep Your Vehicle for Emergencies
DIY
March 7, 2020
Car Maintenance Tips for Spring
Features
February 14, 2020
A Guide to Using Your Tax Refund on Car Repair & Maintenance
Features
February 14, 2020
Top 5 Car-Related Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
DIY
February 7, 2020
[Infographic] What to Consider Before You Start Doing Your Own Auto Repairs
Industry Insights
February 4, 2020
Excelling in a Male-Dominated Industry: Chief Mechanic Mia Bevacqua Shares Her Advice
DIY
January 26, 2020
Brake Dust: What You Need to Know to Keep Your Wheels Clean
DIY
January 22, 2020
Can You Make Your Mustang as Rad as the Bullitt GT?
DIY
January 17, 2020
Wheel Bearing Noise: Do You Have a Bad Wheel Bearing?
DIY
January 11, 2020
How to Clean Foggy or Oxidized Headlights
DIY
January 7, 2020
Squeaky Brakes: What Do They Mean & How to Fix Them
DIY
December 29, 2019
Bad Catalytic Converter Symptoms: Signs to Watch Out For
DIY
December 29, 2019
What is a Distributor?
DIY
December 29, 2019
How to Replace Your Tail Light Assembly
DIY
December 12, 2019
How to Prepare for Hazardous Winter Driving
DIY
December 2, 2019
How to Replace a Side Mirror
DIY
November 28, 2019
How to Replace a Halogen Headlight Assembly
DIY
November 27, 2019
How to Replace a Front Lower Control Arm
DIY
November 26, 2019
How to Diagnose a Faulty Control Arm
DIY
November 21, 2019
Common Control Arm Symptoms
Features
November 20, 2019
A Black Friday and Cyber Monday Buyer’s Guide for Car Enthusiasts
Features
November 20, 2019
How to Spruce Up Your Ride This Black Friday and Cyber Monday
DIY
November 8, 2019
How to Replace a Brake Disc
DIY
November 7, 2019
How to Diagnose Faulty Front Brake Discs
DIY
November 5, 2019
Think You’re Ready to Build the Car of Your Dreams? First, Consider This.
DIY
October 30, 2019
8 Tips for Finding a Great Mechanic or Repair Shop
Features
October 29, 2019
Are Automotive Technicians Ready for a Self-Driving, Electrified Future?
Features
October 24, 2019
There’s a Nationwide Shortage of Mechanics. So Who’s Going to Fix Your Car?
DIY
October 22, 2019
How to Replace Front Brake Pads
DIY
October 19, 2019
How to Diagnose Worn Brake Pads
DIY
October 18, 2019
Common Symptoms of Bad Brake Pads
DIY
October 12, 2019
Common Symptoms of a Bad Brake Disc
DIY
October 9, 2019
Symptoms of a Bad Mass Air Flow Sensor
DIY
September 25, 2019
How to Replace a Brake Caliper
DIY
September 20, 2019
How to Diagnose a Faulty Brake Caliper
DIY
September 13, 2019
Bad Brake Caliper Symptoms: 7 Signs to Watch Out For
DIY
August 29, 2019
How to Replace a Wheel Hub
DIY
August 27, 2019
How to Diagnose a Faulty Wheel Hub
DIY
August 24, 2019
Bad Wheel Hub Symptoms
DIY
August 23, 2019
How to Replace a Fuel Pump
DIY
August 16, 2019
How to Diagnose a Faulty Fuel Pump
DIY
August 15, 2019
Bad Fuel Pump Symptoms
DIY
August 7, 2019
The Essential College Readiness Automotive Checklist for Parents
DIY
June 15, 2019
How to Test a Coil Pack or Ignition Coil
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