The wrench has long been the definitive symbol of automotive repair, decorating shop signs the world over. It makes sense; wrenches have found their way into mechanics' hands ever since the beginning.

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 ...

Snap-on has released a four-piece brake and fuel line wrench set that features spring-torque for a tighter grip from each wrench. The set, which includes a 10 mm ( in.), 11 mm (7/16), 12/13 mm () and ...

The ratcheting wrench is one of those instruments that sounds frivolous but is actually an invaluable addition to the toolbox. Craig brought 15 years of automotive journalism experience to the Cars ...

GearWrench tools have excellent quality, appearance and feel. They’re made from highly polished chrome and have a lifetime warranty. They’re also light weight and thin and need as little as 5 degrees ...

I love ratcheting wrenches so much. They’re perfect for tight spots where it’s tough to keep getting your closed end over a bolt head or nut. This 34-piece Gearwrench set has not just all the SAE and ...

Whether you’re working around the house, under the hood of your car, or on your bike, this highly-rated torque wrench set should do the trick. And you can get it right from the source, no giant ...

When you’re first creating a tool collection from scratch, you can get away with investing in a relatively basic wrench set, such as the Craftsman Overdrive 7-Piece Standard Wrench Set. Even though it ...

“I bought this set to work on my car, and it gets the job done.” ...

Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. When you’re working on cars, bikes, or machinery, tight spaces are ...

Walmart is a go-to retailer for many individuals looking for access to inexpensive hand tools that don't sacrifice quality or ...

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 ...