Time is money for a flat-rate auto mechanic, and for the DIY guy working on his car at home extra time isn't always an easy resource to come by. This fact brings us to the evolution of the basic open ...

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.

For every gearhead, from the average to the hardcore, a solid collection of wrenches is essential for the completion of almost any mechanical automotive repair (not to mention quite a few jobs around ...