The Tool Book
by Phil Davy, Jo Behari, Matthew Jackson, Luke Edwardes-Evans · Phil Davy
DK's illustrated reference to more than 200 hand tools, from hammers and saws to chisels and spades, with detailed photographs, in-use illustrations, and buying advice. Readers learn what each tool is for, how it is built, and how to choose a quality one.
This link may earn us a small commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate disclosure
More resources on Automotive Tools
EricTheCarGuy
Website of the Ohio mechanic known as EricTheCarGuy, collecting his repair and diagnostic videos, how-to articles, trouble code references, and tool recommendations. DIY owners learn to diagnose common faults and carry out routine maintenance and repairs on their own vehicles.
Reddit r/Tools Wiki
Curated lists of best automotive tools from community upvotes
Automotive 101: A Beginners Guide To Automotive Repair
Learn auto repair basics with Tim Fitzpatrick's Automotive 101 course! Master automotive tools and maintenance.
snapon.com
Snap-on (snapon.com) is the official site for a leading professional automotive tool manufacturer, offering catalogs and purchase options for hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, tool storage, and shop equipment used by technicians. It also provides product specifications, manuals, tech tips, training resources, and dealer support to help learn about and select automotive tools.
repairpal.com
RepairPal is a car maintenance and repair resource offering maintenance schedules, how-to guides for common issues, and transparent cost estimates, plus access to a network of certified repair shops.