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GEARWRENCH Launches Screw Extractors for Stubborn Screws For years, when it came to removing corroded, rusted, rounded and frozen fasteners, the entire tool industry was stuck. No effort. No movement. No innovation. And that left professional mechanics wit...

Easily Remove Damaged Fasteners with GearWrench Nut Drivers Professional tool users are turning to impact wrenches more and more frequently to get jobs done faster. But nothing creates a speedbump quite like a rusted, rounded, worn-down or frozen fastener. Wi...

GEARWRENCH New Mechanics Hand Tool Set Doesn't Skip Sizes Mechanics hand tool sets are supposed to be convenient collections of useful tools. Unfortunately, most tool sets are designed for mass appeal, opting to skip sizes and entire tools rather than provi...

Next-Level Hex Keys from GEARWRENCH Help Techs Make Quick Work of Fasteners When it looks like there’s no room for a mechanic to work with, they find a way. The same goes for the tool designers at GEARWRENCH. When it looked like there was no room to innovate in the hex key...

New GSX Cabinets and Chests Optimize Tool Storage for Mechanics and MRO Pros Professional automotive, industrial and MRO technicians know when a project is well thought out. The end result doesn’t just look good; it answers every question at every turn. That was the mot...

Mechanics Will Have a New Best Friend in PitBull Pliers from GEARWRENCH Pliers are among the hand tools that automotive and industrial mechanics use every day. That doesn’t mean they have to be mundane. Instead, GEARWRENCH is unleashing its new line of PitBull Pliers d...

GEARWRENCH Expands Torque Tool Selection, Support Technicians invest heavily in their tools to help make a name for themselves as professionals in their field. GEARWRENCH is rewarding that investment by not just providing the highest quality torque ...

GSX Cabinets and Chests from GEARWRENCH Optimize Tool Storage Professional automotive, industrial and MRO technicians know when a project is well thought out. The end result doesn’t just look good; it answers every question at every turn. No, “Yea...

Remove Rounded, Damaged Lug Nuts with GearWrench Sockets Building on the success and popularity of the original Bolt Biter Extraction Sockets launched in 2019, GEARWRENCH unveiled the latest addition to the family — Bolt Biter Lug Nut Extraction Sockets....

New GEARWRENCH 90-Tooth Ratcheting Wrenches Professional automotive technicians and industrial mechanics are always looking for an edge. And when they get what they’re looking for, they want more. That’s what motivated GEARWRENCH to launch...

Get and Stay Organized with Customizable Equipment from GEARWRENCH In the never-ending quest to make the workday easier for professional mechanics in the automotive and industrial industries, the team at GEARWRENCH has launched a new Mobile Work Table and its new Fl...

New 90-Tooth Ratchet Line from GEARWRENCH At SEMA, GEARWRENCH unveiled their new 90-tooth ratchets, which feature 90 teeth and provide a 4-degree swing arc for greater access in tight spaces. The precision-engineered, high-strength pawl ...

GEARWRENCH Introduces New Chrome Hex Bit Sockets Automotive and industrial mechanics don’t have time for tools that come up short. So, GEARWRENCH is introducing new additions to its Chrome Hex Bit Socket line that literally reach farther to p...

GEARWRENCH Extends Industrial Offerings with New Chrome Ratchets, Sockets and Accessories For tough industrial-grade jobs, tool strength is paramount. The new line of GEARWRENCH ¾-in. and 1-in. Drive Industrial Chrome Ratchets, Sockets and Accessories are built to handle those tough ...

GEARWRENCH Diamond Tip Screwdrivers: Small Details Make a Big Impact When improving on a classic tool, it’s the littlest details that make the biggest difference. The new GEARWRENCH Diamond-Tip Screwdriver Set gets to the nitty gritty of this iconic tool to make ...

GEARWRENCH Extends Industrial Offerings with New Chrome Ratchets, Sockets For tough industrial-grade jobs, tool strength is paramount. The new line of GEARWRENCH ¾-in. and 1-in. Drive Industrial Chrome Ratchets, Sockets and Accessories are built to handle those tough ...

GEARWRENCH Electronic Torque Wrenches Provide Precision to Techs More and more frequently, torque-to-yield bolts are being used in vehicle manufacturing. To help automotive techs handle those jobs with precision and confidence, Apex Tool Group is introducing it...

GEARWRENCH Bolt Biter Extraction Sockets Help Remove Stubborn Fasteners Difficulty removing, weathered, rounded or damaged fasteners can keep techs from moving on to the next phase of a job, costing time and money. GEARWRENCH developed its new Bolt Biter Extraction S...

GearWrench's Slugging, Striking Wrenches Built to Handle Force GearWrench introduced the 1-1/8” 12 Point 45˚ Offset Striking Wrench to handle force when a project calls to loosen or tighten large fasteners. The large striking surface allows for more eff...

GearWrench Introduces X-Core Pinless Universal Impact Sockets GearWrench, announced its new X-Core Pinless Universal Impact Sockets. The pinless socket design offers exceptional strength, durability and value. The exclusive X-Core Pinless four‑lug ball‑...

GearWrench Introduces Line of Professional Markers GearWrench recently unveiled a new line of Professional Markers. The markers are available in three different types to provide multiple marking solutions to demanding automotive and industrial use...

GearWrench Introduces 3/4" Drive Impact Sockets and Bit Sockets     GearWrench has unveiled 10 new 3/4" Drive Impact Bit Sockets, two new 3/4" Drive Impact Bit Socket Sets, 18 new 3/4" Drive Deep six-point Impact Sockets and five new 3/4" Drive...

GearWrench Introduces Two New Slim Head Ratchets at SEMA 2017   GearWrench has unveiled two new ¼” Drive Slim Head Ratchets. The ratchets are exceptionally compact, allowing users to turn fasteners in extremely tight clearance applications. Ava...

GearWrench Introduces Two New Mechanics Hand Tool Sets GearWrench has announced two new Mechanics Hand Tool Sets, including a 168-piece Metric set and a 232-piece Metric/SAE set. Both are easy to transport and allow automotive technicians and industri...

GearWrench Introduces X-Core Pinless Impact Universal Joints   GearWrench has announced its new X-CORE PINLESS Impact Universal Joints. The pinless socket design offers exceptional strength, durability and value, says the company. The exclusive X-COR...

GearWrench and Chip Ganassi Racing Announce Partnership Last month at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, GearWrench and Chip Ganassi Racing announced a multi-year sponsorship agreement. Starting in 2017, the brand w...

User-Friendly Locking Pocket Knife Available from GearWrench GearWrench has introduced a new locking pocket knife (82882). Designed for all-purpose cutting, the 3-1/8”, drop point style blade has a modern look and stays sharp for tough cutting jobs. The us...

GearWrench Expands Line of Locking Chrome Extensions GearWrench expanded its Locking Chrome Impact Extension line with eight new longer extensions. Available for purchase nationwide, the Long Locking Chrome Extensions feature a pull collar locking m...

New Dead Blow Hammer Line from GearWrench Includes Polyurethane Versions Available in 18-, 24-, 33-, 49- or 54-ounce versions, GearWrench’s new Dead Blow Hammers are made from professional-grade polyurethane to resist cuts, splits and abrasions even in extreme sub-ze...

GearWrench Releases Electronic Torque Wrench How-To Video GearWrench has released a new video showcasing its popular Electronic Torque Wrench (ETW) line. Available nationwide, the Electronic Torque Wrenches provide high quality, outstanding features an...

GearWrench Extends Air Impact Wrench Line with 81 Series GearWrench has announced the expansion of its Air Impact Wrench line. Now available nationwide, the 81 Series Air Impact Wrenches offer optimized performance and category-leading applied and break...

Single-Size Socket Sets from GearWrench Offer Convenience, Efficiency Automotive technicians often know what size fasteners they need to reach, but are unsure what style socket they’ll need to gain access. GearWrench Single-Size Socket Sets eliminate the need to go ba...

GearWrench Extends Hooks and Picks Product Line GearWrench has introduced 12 new open stock hooks and picks and two new hook and pick sets to its current Hooks and Picks product line. Eight of the new hooks and picks have the same handles and sl...

GearWrench Locking Flex Head Ratchets Offer Greater Control and Improved Access       GearWrench recently unveiled its new Locking Flex Head Ratchets. Built upon the original GearWrench 84-Tooth ratchet design, the new flex head ratchets feature a locki...

GearWrench’s Locking Impact Extensions Improve Access In Hard-To-Reach Spaces GearWrench has introduced its expanded Impact Product Line, which includes new Locking Impact Extensions. With the addition of these new sets, GearWrench now offers an improved selection of produc...

GearWrench Extends Electronic Torque Wrench Line GearWrench has announced the addition of two new electronic torque wrenches to its Electronic Torque Wrench line: - SKU 85076: 3/8” 7.4-99.6 ft.-lb. and - SKU 85077: 1/2” 25.1-250.8 ft.-lb. Th...

GearWrench Launches New Impact Extension Sets GearWrench recently introduced new Impact Extension sets. With the addition of these new items, GearWrench now offers an improved selection of products to tackle any application requiring impact socke...

GearWrench Micrometer Torque Wrenches Deliver Accuracy And Precision GearWrench has introduced four new Micrometer Torque Wrenches, expanding the number of models available in its current product line to six. Available in four drive sizes (1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and 3...

GearWrench Adds Air Impact Wrench Line GearWrench has announced the addition of a family of Air Impact Wrenches. The new 80 Series Air Impact Wrenches signify the brand’s first entry into the power tools arena. The following GearWrench ...

GearWrench Introduces 9 New Impact Socket Sets GearWrench has introduced nine new Impact Socket Sets to an expanded Impact Product Line. The following GearWrench socket sets are now available for purchase: SKU 84919N: 25-piece 3/8" driv...

GearWrench Expands 120XP Ratcheting Wrench Line GearWrench has announced the availability of 11 new open stock combination ratcheting wrenches to its 120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrench line. According to the company, 120XP Universal Spl...

Easily Identify Your Tools with GearWrench’s New Colored-Handle Screwdrivers GearWrench has introduced its new Colored-Handle Screwdrivers. Available in orange or green as individual items or eight-piece sets, the new screwdrivers bring added depth to the GearWrench line. ...

GearWrench Releases New Push Button Tongue & Groove Pliers GearWrench has unveiled its new Push Button Tongue & Groove Pliers. The Push Button Tongue & Groove pliers have an easily adjustable multiple-position jaw that provides increased flexib...

GearWrench Introduces New Dead Blow Hammers GearWrench offers a new line of Dead Blow Hammers. Available in 18-, 24-, 33-, 49- or 54-ounce versions, the new dead blow hammers are made from professional-grade polyurethane to resist cuts, splits...

GearWrench’s Pinless Universal Impact Sockets Offer Strength and Durability The patented 4-Lug ball-in-socket design of GearWrench’s Pinless Universal Impact Sockets provides increased durability, speed and strength, allowing technicians to quickly remove stubborn fastene...

GearWrench Expands 3/4” Ratchet Line GearWrench has announced its new 36-inch long 3/4" Drive Knurled Chrome Ratchet Handle (SKU: 81403). Also announced was the availability of its 3/4" Drive Quick Release 24-Tooth Ratchet Head (SKU: 8...

GearWrench Introduces Locking Flex Head Ratchets For Greater Control and Improved Access Built upon the original GearWrench 84-Tooth ratchet design, the new Locking Flex Head Ratchets feature a locking lever mechanism for multiple-angle access. This offers technicians nine lockable positi...

GearWrench Introduces New Bit Socket, Bit Driver and Universal Bit Socket Sets GearWrench has unveiled 15 new socket sets in three different styles. New styles include bit sockets, universal bit sockets and bit drivers, allowing technicians to select the right socket for a sp...

GearWrench Launches New Line of Wearables & Gifts GearWrench offers a line of GearWrench apparel, with options for men and women. Fans can purchase T-shirts, hats, work shirts and jackets for everyday wear. Popular brands such as Carhartt and Dick...

Gearwrench Introduces Professional Fixed Tip Snap Ring Pliers GearWrench announced its new Fixed Tip Snap Ring Pliers at the 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Designed for everyday professional use, these new pliers make working with snap rings easier. Automotive ...

Gearwrench Expands Screwdriver Line, Arming Automotive Technicians with Comprehensive Range of Tools GearWrench recently announced the launch of several new GearWrench Screwdrivers. "The line extension offers a variety of sizes and styles that are regularly requested by automotive technicians," sa...

GearWrench Expands Its Offering with New Line of Pry Bars GearWrench, a premier hand tool brand from Apex Tool Group, has announced several new open stock Standard Pry Bars and a set, further expanding its offering in the popular pry bar category. “This...

GearWrench Introduces 120-Position Extra-Long Ratcheting Wrenches   GearWrench has announced its new 120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrenches. The new ratcheting wrenches feature 120 positions for every full rotation and a swing arc of as little ...

GearWrench Offers 120XP Flex Head Ratchet In 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/2” Drive Sizes GearWrench offers its 120XP Flex Head, which includes all the features of the standard 120XP Ratchet plus an adjustable flex head with six positions, giving the end user additional clearance and impro...

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GTE Tools SmartSnap: Snap-Ring Pliers Featuring Quick-Release Tips GTE Tools has made life a lot easier in the service bay with SmartSnap, convertible snap-ring pliers that feature quick-release tips. “Other snap-ring pliers require an Allen wrench to chan...

Make Pry Jobs Easier, Brighter with New GTE MasterPry LED   The new MasterPry LED by GTE Tools is an auto trim tool set with onboard, super bright LED lights for precise prying. The set eliminates the need for five, seven or 12-piece pry tool set...

New LugStrong from GTE Offers Twice the Power of Standard Lug Wrenches General Technician Equipment (GTE) has introduced its new, compact LugStrong tire wrench. LugStrong generates twice the torque of other lug wrenches through a unique capability to change the confi...

Dispense A Uniform Bead Every Time With MasterBead From GTE General Technician Equipment (GTE) has introduced its new MasterBead handheld, silicone/adhesive-dispensing gun. MasterBead is designed specifically for aluminum-type adhesive tubes. With this gun,...

MasterPry LED Pry Tool from GTE Simplifies Repairs and Reduces Frustration for Technicians General Technician Equipment (GTE) has introduced MasterPry LED, a tool for professional technicians. With the MasterPry LED, technicians can gain maximum efficiency yet maintain the highest levels...

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General Tools & Instruments Offers Full-Featured Mini Video Inspection System The PalmScope (DCS950) from General Tools & Instruments is a full-featured pocket-sized video inspection system, which is built to survive the harsh environments of vehicle maintenance and repair....

General Tools & Instruments’ Digital Leak Detector Delivers Dual Detection Technologies The new made-in-America Digital Dual Mode Refrigerant Leak Detector (RLD440) from General Tools & Instruments offers technicians advanced technologies that make leak detection easier and more accu...

General’s New PalmScope Is Full-Featured Video Inspection System The new PalmScope (DCS950) from General Tools & Instruments is a full-featured pocket-sized video inspection system that’s also built to survive the harsh environments of vehicle maintenance and...

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GreatLite Pro 500 Lumen Rechargeable Flashlight and 450 Lumen Ultra Slim Inspection Light The GreatLite Professional Rechargeable Flashlight (32827)  gives you light where and when you need it. Constructed with an anodized aluminum lightweight housing, this 500-lumen flashlight uses a ...

OEMTOOLS Offers Compact 3/8” Drive Impact Wrench The OEMTOOLS Mighty Compact 3/8” Impact Wrench (P/N 24411) is an ultra-compact tool that fits into spaces that regular size impact wrenches do not, says the company. It is lightweight, only 3.5 l...

Compact 1/2" Drive Impact Wrench from OEMTOOLS The OEMTOOLS Mighty Compact 1/2" Impact Wrench (P/N 24403) is unique in that its ultra-compact size fits into spaces that regular size impact wrenches do not. Great for working in areas such as...

Smoke Diagnostic Machine from OEMTOOLS The OEMTOOLS Smoke Diagnostic Machine, #24534, allows the technician to pinpoint the exact area of various leaks including intake, cooling, evaporation, fuel, exhaust and vacuum systems. This produ...

Find Leaks with GreatLite Rechargeable UV Light The GreatLite USB Rechargeable UV Light with Glasses (P/N EXPE93-E02) is especially suited for detecting leaks. It has a 1 Watt bulb that casts a beam up to 5 meters. It features three light mo...

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Grey Pneumatic 1/4-in. Universal Socket Set The Gray Pneumatic 12-piece 1/4-in. Drive Deep Length Surface Drive Universal Set contains six point deep universal sizes, from 5mm to 15mm. The metric set design reduces wear on the fastener...

Grey Pneumatic Offers Universal Impact Socket Sets   Grey Pneumatic now offers a 12-piece 1/4" Drive Metric Deep Universal Impact Socket Set (9712UMD). This new set contains 6 point sizes 5mm to 15mm. Grey Pneumatic also offers a 12-piece 1/...