{"id":108870,"date":"2024-06-15T01:06:33","date_gmt":"2024-06-15T08:06:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=108870"},"modified":"2025-11-10T21:51:44","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T05:51:44","slug":"handy-garage-tools-and-accessories-for-new-drivers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/handy-garage-tools-and-accessories-for-new-drivers\/","title":{"rendered":"Handy Garage Tools and Accessories for New Drivers"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column108870_d171ab-e8 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-4eace4  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-d4e4f5\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108870_762e30-99, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108870_762e30-99[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading108870_762e30-99\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108870_762e30-99 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108870_762e30-99[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading108870_762e30-99\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108870_762e30-99 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading108870_762e30-99[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading108870_762e30-99\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading108870_762e30-99 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading108870_762e30-99\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New drivers should make it a point to get floor tiles, jacks, and car ramps for their garage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety is also important, meaning it&rsquo;s a good idea to get gloves and safety glasses as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equipment like flashlights, tool kits, diagnostics tools, battery chargers, and jumper cables are also garage essentials every driver needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Some new drivers might not realize this, but you&rsquo;ll be spending a surprising amount of time in the garage. Odds are you&rsquo;ll need to perform maintenance yourself every now and then, checking on various parts and inspecting the undercarriage. Without the right tools, it will be hard to pull these things off&mdash;at least not to a satisfactory degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s important to stock up your garage with the basic tools and equipment to conduct minor repairs and maintenance. To get a better idea of what you need, here are some of our top recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Floor Tiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to protect your garage&rsquo;s floor, investing in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/floor-tile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"floor tiles\">floor tiles<\/a> is a good idea. Floor tiles, also known as garage tiles, are typically made of tough materials like polypropylene and PVC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only do these tiles keep the floor safe from scratches and scuffs, but they also won&rsquo;t get damaged when exposed to oils and chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Floor Jacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another item all new drivers need in their garage is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/floor-jack\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"floor jack\">floor jack<\/a>. This is a handy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-size-of-floor-jack-do-i-really-need\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"device used to lift vehicles\">device used to lift vehicles<\/a> during repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;ll be difficult to inspect or conduct repairs on components underneath the vehicle without a floor jack. They&rsquo;re also incredibly durable and designed to lift tremendous amounts of weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Car Ramps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A good alternative to floor jacks is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-ramps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"car ramp\">car ramp<\/a>. This lifts your vehicle simply by driving over it, making it arguably easier to use than a jack. They&rsquo;re also cheaper, though they take up more space to store. Just like floor jacks, car ramps are used to help you access your vehicle&rsquo;s undercarriage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gloves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every driver, new or experienced, needs to keep at least one pair of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/gloves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"gloves\">gloves<\/a> in their garage. Wearing gloves not only keeps your hands clean from dirt and grime while doing maintenance work but also protects your skin from irritation or burns when working with harsh chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety Glasses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another must-have item to keep in the garage is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/safety-glasses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"safety glasses\">safety glasses<\/a>. This prevents foreign objects, dust, metal shavings, oil, debris, and other hazards from getting in your eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flashlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s important to keep a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/flashlight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"flashlight\">flashlight<\/a> on hand if you&rsquo;re going to perform maintenance or repairs yourself. Even in a well-lit garage, there will be dark spots that your overhead light can&rsquo;t reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tool Kits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"tool box garage tools for new drivers\" class=\"wp-image-108879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/tool-box-garage-tools-for-new-drivers.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Though the tools inside vary from kit to kit, a basic set should at least have wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>No garage is complete without a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/tool-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"tool kit\">tool kit<\/a> in an easy-to-access location. Though the tools inside vary from kit to kit, a basic set should at least have wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers. Some will have hex keys, wire cutters, ratchet straps, and zip ties as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diagnostic Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/diagnostic-tool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"on-board diagnostic tool\">on-board diagnostic tool<\/a>, also known as an OBD scanner,&nbsp; is a device that connects to the vehicle computer to determine electrical and mechanical faults in a vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The device retrieves the stored diagnostic trouble codes, which help drivers identify which vehicle system or component may require diagnosis and repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Battery Chargers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your car&rsquo;s battery is responsible for powering all of its electrical systems. Not only does the battery start your vehicle, but it also powers the air conditioner, the heater, and the radio. Because of this, it&rsquo;s important to make sure it never runs out of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parking your vehicle for a week or two can drain the battery&rsquo;s charge and make it difficult to start. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/battery-charger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Battery chargers\">Battery chargers<\/a> allow you to recharge your car battery when storing your vehicle for an extended period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jumper Cables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every driver must have<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/jumper-cables\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"jumper cables\">jumper cables<\/a> in their garage if they want to jump-start a dead battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jumper cables come in pairs: one positive cable and one negative cable. The red cable carries the positive voltage and the black cable carries the negative voltage. These two cables are attached to their respective terminals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Degreaser<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another item every driver needs in their garage is an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/engine-degreaser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"engine degreaser\">engine degreaser<\/a>. This handy fluid is used to clean your vehicle&rsquo;s engine by getting rid of the grime and build-up of gunk. It&rsquo;s not recommended to use engine degreaser to clean anything else &mdash; especially not rubber. This is because the chemicals are potent and can degrade materials not designed for use outside of engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Multimeter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/multimeter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Multimeters\">Multimeters<\/a> are a must-have item and belong in every driver&rsquo;s garage. This electronic tool is used to measure various electrical properties in a vehicle. This includes properties like voltage, current, and resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Build a Garage You Can Rely On<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stocking your garage with the right tools and safety gear sets you up for success long after you get your license. From floor jacks and ramps to gloves, lights, and diagnostic tools, these essentials make it easier to handle basic maintenance with confidence. Building that foundation now means you are better prepared for unexpected issues and can take care of your vehicle the right way from the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are ready to round out your setup, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/jcwhitneyperformance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"JC Whitney Performance Hub\">JC Whitney Performance Hub<\/a>. This hub is your destination for off-road, Jeep, truck, classic VW, and restoration parts, along with practical garage staples like select JC Whitney tools to help you work smarter and safer. From lighting and electrical components to maintenance parts that pair perfectly with your new gear, you can find what you need in one convenient place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For over a century, the brand has supported drivers and DIYers with dependable products and attentive service. Whether you are just building your first tool collection or planning future upgrades, you can count on JC Whitney parts to help you take care of your vehicle and make every trip to the garage more productive.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Some new drivers might not realize this, but you&rsquo;ll be spending a surprising amount of time in the garage. 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