More Torque. More Benefits. Longer Life.

We know that being a technician can be messy and leaving the shop at the end of the day means dirty hands covered in oil and grease. Washing your hands between every job isn’t a possibility, so you need tools that are strong, durable and won’t slip out of your hands. Matco’s Top Torque II screwdrivers give you the grip you need when you need it most.

Topics: Durable, grip, handles, Mechanic, Power, screwdrivers, Shop Use, steel, Strength, strong, Technician, Tool Talk, Tools, Top Torque, Top Torque II, Torque, toughest

With a career change comes a new list of things to learn. We’re here to help with some of the most common terms you’ll come across upon starting as a new Matco Tools franchisee.

Starting a new business comes with its share of challenges and questions. We at Matco pride ourselves on providing our new franchisees with all the support they’ll need to succeed – that’s what makes us a family.

Topics: Automotive, Automotive Tools, Equipment, Financing, Franchise, Franchisee, Franchisor, Glossary, List of Calls, Mechanic, Mobile Franchise, Own a franchise, Route, Technician, Tool Franchise, Tools, FDD, Franchise terms, Franchise Disclosure Document, franchise glossary

Having the Right Tools Makes the Job Easier.

In the shop, having the right tools for the job is a necessity. At the end of the day, the more jobs you complete means more money in your pocket.

Topics: Air Hammer, Air Saw, Air Tools, Impact Wrench, Mechanic, Must-Have, Palm Sander, Ratchet, Shop Tools, Technician, Tool Talk, Top 5

Looking for a career where you get to call the shots and create your own schedule?

Our smaller truck franchise offering, Matco 225, may be the perfect fit for you. 

The great thing about Matco 225 is that it fits your needs and schedule while still giving you the benefits of business ownership without overextending yourself. If you’re looking to supplement your income or scale down from a 5-day work week, Matco 225 could be the best fit for you.

Topics: At Home Business, Automotive, Business, Flexible, Franchise, Franchisee, Home-based Business, Matco 225, Mobile Tool Franchise, Own a franchise, Part-Time, Tools, work from home, work from home franchise

Introducing the Most Powerful 12/24V Jump Starter and Charging Station on the Market.

Matco’s MTXTREME now gives technicians the ability to jump start large trucks, diesels, boats and other large automotive equipment with a compact, easy-to-use-tool.

Topics: Automotive, Charging, Charging Station, Compact, Heavy-Duty, Jump Starter, Lightweight, MTXTREME, Portable, Power, Technicians, Tool Talk, Tools, versapro, jumpstarter

We Know You Need Dependable Tools that Last a Lifetime.

It’s time you worked smarter and faster, and Matco’s ADV Sockets allow you to do just that.

Topics: ADV, Automotive, Distributor, Durability, Franchisee, Impact Sockets, Mechanics, Sockets, Technicians, Tool Talk, Tools, Torque

How to Have a Strong Support System at Home or on the Road.

Starting a franchise is a big decision that not only affects you but your family as well. It’s necessary that both you and your spouse are on the same page when it comes to starting a franchise. 

Topics: Automotive, Automotive Tool Franchise, Automotive tools franchise, Buy a franchise, Franchise, Home Based Franchise, Mobile Franchise, Mobile Tool Franchise, Own a franchise, Partner, Spouse, Tool Franchise, Tools, work from home, automotive franchise, work from home franchise

Matco Tools has new routes available in Portland, Oregon

Portland, a city full of people on-the-go, will always need skilled technicians who can fix cars and get people back out on the road.

Topics: Automotive, Automotive tools franchise, Buy a franchise, Distributor, Financing, Franchise, Home Based, Home Based Franchise, Loan, Mechanic, Mobile Franchise, Mobile Tool Franchise, Oregon, Portland, Tool Franchise, Tools, Top 5, Training, automotive franchise, work from home franchise

Don't get stuck with yesterday's technology - you can finally own your own diagnostics tablet.

Sharing a diagnostics tablet with other technicians flat out stinks. So why continue doing it day-after-day?

Topics: Android, Automotive, bi-directional, Diagnostics, maxME, Scan Tool, scan tools, Tablet, Tool Talk, Tools, bi-directional scan tool, scanner, OBDII

Is it time to break out of the 9 to 5 PM routine and make your own schedule? 

By becoming a Matco Tools distributor you decide when to work and how often you see your customers; it’s finally time to have the lifestyle you want.

Topics: Business, Distributor, Financing, Franchise, Freedom, Home Based Franchise, Lifestyle, Matco Tools, Mobile Franchise, Mobile Tool Franchise, Own a franchise, Owner, Tool Franchise, automotive franchise