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Updated: 5/28/2025
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DEWALT Pro Series: Chris's Story and Tool Solutions for Today’s Mechanics

Presented by DEWALT® and Zoro Staff

Mechanics in the automotive world don’t just need tools—they need gear they can count on when the pressure is on and the details matter. 

We’re proud to partner with DEWALT to highlight Chris Gillin, a.k.a. Spider, the prep shop manager for NASCAR's Joe Gibbs Racing and part of DEWALT's Trade Stories series. It's on Spider and his team to make sure every detail is accounted for and every car is track-ready, down to each lug nut and bolt. In doing so, his team is able to keep drivers safe and help them to win. Watch his story here.

Mechanic’s Product Picks

In a high-stakes environment like NASCAR, there’s no room for guesswork. With so much on the line, Spider counts on DEWALT's durable, high-performance tools to help him get the job done right. Here are some of the DEWALT tools he relies on to keep his team safe and effective under the high pressure, high speeds, and high stakes of the race track. 

Brushless and Cordless Speed Hammer Drill Kit

This brushless, cordless hammer drill from DEWALT delivers power and portability for tough jobs with superior bit gripping strength, up to 75% more runtime than 18V NiCad brushed motors, and an adjustable 3-position LED to illuminate work areas. The drill kit includes an XR POWERPACK battery, charger, and tool bag.

Cordless Ratchet

DEWALT's 12V MAX cordless ratchet power tool offers a motor with up to 40 ft.-lbs. of torque and can be used with a wide variety of fastener sizes and applications.

Cordless Impact Wrench

This powerful cordless impact wrench from DEWALT handles the toughest jobs with 1,400 ft.-lbs. of maximum breakaway torque, 4-mode speed settings, and a unique design that prevents overtightening and fastener run-off with precision wrench control.

Cordless Rotary Polisher

DEWALT's 20V MAX XR 7" variable-speed rotary polisher offers a brushless motor for greater efficiency and runtime. It's used for automotive polishing jobs like headlights, windshields, and many other polishing applications.

Cordless Rivet

With the ability to pull 800 rivets per charge, tool-free nose piece changes, and on-board storage, this 20V MAX 3/16" cordless rivet power tool kit from DEWALT helps to maximize productivity on the jobsite.

Stay Safe with PPE

Safety is important in any job—and it's especially critical in high-pressure roles, like Spider's work as a NASCAR mechanic. Keep your team safe from harm and hazards with these trusted DEWALT products for hearing protection, eye protection, and more.

Hearing Protection 

DEWALT's premium ear muffs greatly reduce sound on the jobsite, protecting your hearing while working.These handy, disposable foam ear plugs also offer significant hearing protection with a 30 dB noise reduction rating (NRR).

Safety Glasses

DEWALT's Contractor Pro safety glasses can help to keep workers' vulnerable eyes safe from splashes, airborne particles, and materials.Router safety glasses by DEWALT have handy features for different types of work.

Safety Gloves

DEWALT's durable mechanic gloves offer the necessary combination of hand protection and dexterity for tough jobs.These all-purpose gloves offer protection, toughness, comfort, and a secure fit.

DEWALT's high-quality tools and PPE are built to deliver pro-level performance with a focus on safety, durability, and control. They're reliable enough for tradespeople in high-pressure roles like NASCAR's Chris Gillin, and they're tough and powerful enough to handle any job in any industry.

Shopping for toolsPPE, or automotive products for your business? Find everything you need for the job at Zoro.com!

Product Compliance and Suitability

The statements contained in this guide are intended for general informational purposes only. Such statements do not constitute a product recommendation or representation as to the appropriateness, accuracy, completeness, correctness, or currentness of the information provided. Information provided in this guide does not replace the use by you of any manufacturer instructions, technical product manual, or other professional resource or adviser available to you. Always read, understand, and follow all manufacturer instructions.

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