We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's not unheard of to use an impact driver to remove lug nuts when changing or rotating your tires, but it's not the best tool for the job ...

Viewer-submitted questions for The Car Doctor: Q: I tried removing the lug-nuts on my 2008 Toyota Corolla using a 20-volt Craftsman impact driver with a 21mm black socket. Is 21mm the correct size for ...

A lug nut is designed to secure a wheel to the car's axle — its very purpose dictates both form and the materials used in its construction. However, since almost everything on a car can be customized, ...

After spending the final 16 years of a 38-year aerospace career training Structures Installation Mechanics on the proper way to install threaded fasteners, I can tell you that it is difficult to ...