Flare nuts are specialized fasteners that are commonly found in car fluid lines, the pipes and hoses that circulate brake ...

“The ratchet functions flawlessly and has no problem breaking bolts loose.” The Disen 13-Piece Ratcheting Wrench Set is on sale for $27, 34% off its list price of $40. That price is good on the set in ...

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.

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 ...

Wrenches are among the most ubiquitous and invaluable hand tools. They fit firmly around nuts and bolts, and their long handles generate a ton of leverage when you need to loosen or tighten fasteners.

If you’ve assembled IKEA furniture, you’ve used an Allen wrench. These slim, L-shaped contraptions are often the only tool included in the packaging, even when you’ll need others to finish the job.

Hex wrenches, also known as Allen keys, are the tools you use to screw and unscrew fasteners that have a hexagonal recess (as opposed to a Phillips or flathead recess). Hex screws are commonly used on ...

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 ...