The terrifying Harbor Freight recall of jack stands that could fail due to a manufacturing defect is in the news right now, and it is as good a time as any to review the procedures and equipment we're ...

If you ever have to perform any maintenance work on your vehicle that requires lifting it off the ground, you need to invest into jack stands. No excuses, as you should never rely solely on your floor ...

The scissor or corkscrew jack in your trunk is somewhat adequate for emergency wheel and tire swaps. Drive-on ramps are good for oil changes and whatnot. When it comes time to blow apart the front end ...

If you’re going to work on your car, odds are you need a pair of jack stands. Maybe your truck has enough ground clearance that you can reach the oil filter from underneath without them, but to be ...

Lifting commercial vehicles carries inherent risks that can be managed with proper procedures and awareness. Ground stability, vehicle positioning, and correct use of jacks and jack stands are ...

The most important tools in your garage are not socket wrenches, screwdrivers, or pliers, they are the ones that keep you safe. It wouldn’t be so simple to wrench on your 1996 Chevrolet Impala SS if ...

Whether it's upgrading shocks or simply swapping wheels, a lot of the work enthusiasts perform on their cars begins by getting the vehicle off of the ground. If you’re not fortunate enough to have ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Every automotive do-it-yourselfer needs a decent floor jack in their garage. It's as essential as a socket set or a can of penetrating oil.

Have you ever wished there was a Goldilocks-esque middle ground between the humble floor jack and the highfalutin two- or four-post lift? So did we. If you're working in your home garage or driveway, ...

The most obvious reason to jack up a car is to change a tire, but other jobs such as inspecting brakes may also require you to get under the vehicle. (Even if you're skinny enough to squeeze yourself ...

When you’re underneath a 2-ton vehicle, the last thing you want to think about is if your floor jack and jack stands are up to the task. I’ve found some great labor day deals on floor jacks, stands, ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. A great floor jack is the best upgrade you can make to your home garage. Most of us don’t start out working on cars ...