About

Automobile Styles publishes practical guides on aftermarket parts, fitment and styling upgrades for everyday car owners.

Who writes Automobile Styles

Nicole Brandt writes and edits Automobile Styles. Her guides explain part fitment, buying aftermarket parts, wheels, lighting, body kits and interior upgrades in plain English, built from manufacturer fitment information, VIN lookup guidance and state vehicle-equipment rules, and they say clearly when a professional installer or your state’s rules should have the final word. Questions and corrections are welcome through the contact page.

What we cover

How to check that a part fits, how to buy parts online without getting the wrong item, wheel size and offset basics, headlight upgrades and their legality, body kits and exterior styling, and interior upgrades.

How we write

Guides are researched from manufacturer fitment information, part-number and VIN lookup guidance, state vehicle-equipment rules and reputable automotive references. We explain each choice in plain language and say clearly when a professional installer or your state’s rules should have the final word.

Read our Editorial Policy for how articles are researched and updated.