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.

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 ...

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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 ...

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.

Craftsman has long been considered a household name. The simple yet enduring brand first entered the conversation after Sears purchased the rights to use the name in 1927 (for $500, worth a little ...

OK, OK. Hear us out here because we certainly never thought we'd ever praise an adjustable wrench either. Heck, we don't like using adjustable wrenches, even in a pinch. Or at least that's how it used ...