Wheel fasteners that feel rock solid in the service bay can quietly loosen once you are back at highway speed, which is why ...

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 ...

You really do need a torque wrench. Any fastener you come across has a designated torque spec you ought to tighten it to. Now, I can’t pretend to be the person who torques everything to spec. I have ...

Brian Cooley is CNET's Editor at large and has been with the brand since 1995. He currently focuses on electrification of vehicles but also follows the big trends in smart home, digital healthcare, 5G ...

When I first started in the truck tire and wheel service business as a technician 27 years ago, most wheels and rims were installed with the standard 1-in. impact wrench simply because we didn't know ...

Part 1: A-ating Look at the Bolts and Studs That Hold Your Engine Together—We'd Really Be Screwed Without Them! Bolts, nuts, and washers: They're what keeps your engine, drivetrain, chassis—heck, the ...

A good torque wrench is an essential tool for even the most basic motorcycle maintenance and repair. It’s important to ensure that all of the fasteners on a motorcycle are tightened to specifications ...

When your foot is blue and your motor is reaching for the moon, we know what you're thinking: It's a good thing this engine's rock solid. At least we hope that's true. And as important as good-quality ...

Many experts recommend retorquing your car's wheels within 100 miles of a tire rotation. Here's why they recommend doing so ...