Wrenches are probably the most basic tools for auto repair. You need a couple of different kinds in different sizes. There are several types of wrenches, and some have very specialized uses, but the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A torque wrench tightens nuts and bolts using a very specific amount of twisting force. This is often ...

It isn’t every day that a new tool company comes along to challenge the likes of Snap-on and Matco. Taking a slice of the pie from well established brands is tough, no matter the segment. When you’re ...

Editor’s Note, 10/31/25: For this latest update, we added three new tools. The Craftsman 1/2-Inch Drive Torque Wrench is long and ideal for torquing larger bolts and fasteners. The Precision ...

When I was in college I worked as a mechanic. It was a hard job, especially for someone like me. As a young woman with a leaner build, I didn't have much weight to throw at tasks that required lots of ...

A torque wrench (pronounced "tork") is one of the essential tools you need before starting an engine rebuild, and helps determine when the appropriate amount of force has been applied to a fastener ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Wrenches are among the most ubiquitous and invaluable hand tools. They fit firmly around nuts and bolts, ...

Gearwrench has a lot of cool things going on as of late. It’s new MegaMod tool sets, in particular, are getting a lot of attention. These master tool sets bundle every hand tool you could ever need in ...

Milwaukee launches new click torque wrenches for professionals and serious home auto mechanics. Wrenches feature high accuracy, durable all-metal construction, and user-friendly lock collars.

After buying a new car, truck, van, or SUV, the most expensive aspect of ownership is generally maintenance. Routine maintenance can be expensive and for those who avoid routine maintenance, the cost ...

Auto techs make the best aviation pupils. Here are all the tools they already have and will need in the hangar.

If you’re tackling any projects that involve nuts and bolts, then you need a socket set. It’s as simple as that. These handy tool kits pack together a socket wrench or ratchet with a wide array of ...