The difference between 6-point (above left) and 12-point (above right) sockets is the six extra points found in the 12-point socket. The good news is that just about every major socket set brand ...

Every car owner should have a socket set in their garage. We believe every car owner should have access to a set of sockets, even if you don’t often work on your own car. Our vehicles are full of nuts ...

If you're doing automotive repairs, you won't get very far without sockets. With auto manufacturers using different styles and sizes, a mechanic has to have an entire drawer dedicated to fastener ...

If you work on cars — either as a professional mechanic or as a DIYer — or in another trade requiring the frequent use of sockets and hand tools, you probably understand how tricky some jobs can be, ...

Small ratchet and socket sets that come in a nice carry case always pique my interest. While I definitely spend most of my time working on cars in the garage, driving them is my real passion. A kit I ...