You probably just rely on a regular wrench to tighten parts on your car, but any important fastener should be tightened with a torque wrench so it will be neither too tight nor too loose. Doing ...

Especially important when it comes to car maintenance, a torque wrench tightens bolts to a specific torque level, ensuring that the fastener is tight enough before completing a job. If a part of the ...

Hundreds of nuts and bolts hold your car together, and many of those bolts have precise torque settings. Wrenching these sensitive parts beyond their specifications, could spell doom, as could not ...

What's a torque wrench? It's a referee, says Greg Katsis, marketing manager for Sturtevant Richmont, a manufacturer of torque-measurement systems in Franklin Park, Ill. It makes sure that big, burly ...

Every DIY mechanic should have a torque wrench at hand to prevent stripping and overtightening bolts. Many bolts used in the construction of cars and trucks are tightened to certain torque ...

Proper wheel torque is essential to prevent damage and keep your ride safe. However, where exactly do you find torque specs? Here's what you need to know.

After a decade of helping bang the drum promoting proper torque, it appears the effort has not gone to waste. Most fleets and truck tire service providers fully recognize the importance of tightening ...