A good socket wrench set is one of those essential tools that every DIY enthusiast and mechanic should have on hand. From tackling automotive repairs to working on home improvement projects, a socket ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Everyone needs a wrench. I’ve seen tool sets consisting of a can opener, a single ...

If you’re in the market for a socket set, DeWalt has you covered. The century-old brand offers a wide range of socket sets in different sizes, ranging from the DeWalt 23-Piece Impact Socket Set to the ...

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Craig brought 15 years of automotive journalism experience to the Cars team. A lifelong resident of Michigan, he's as happy with a wrench or welding gun in hand as he is in front of the camera or ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're into tools at all, and even if you're not, you're probably familiar with ratchet and socket wrenches. The two phrases are used ...

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 ...

Mechanics and gearheads know that if you want to tinker with your car, you need the right tools for the job. If you want to get the most enjoyment (and the least frustration) out of fixing up your car ...

We've all been there, fighting with a stubborn, frozen nut or bolt that seemingly laughs at our attempts to break it free. More times than not, that frozen nut or bolt head strips rather than ...

Hundreds of nuts and bolts hold your car together, and many of those bolts have precise torque settings. Wrenching these sensitive parts beyond their specifications, could spell doom, as could not ...