I bought this as a just in case tool (prep mentality) but ended up using it twice to change tires, fix a friend's new set of wheels and fix my SUV's dust cover . I'm telling you, don't get caught with an apartment without anything like this. Tire shops really need to hand tighten lugs if they don't have an adjustable impact wrench. However, temperature changes, corrosion and improper tightening can leave you stranded with these cheap OEM tires. So if AAA or car service isn't available, Jesus is. A thick metal rod that can be pulled out with much more force to unscrew (so far in my use) any stuck tabs. The 2 adapter sockets are actually reversible so they actually fit 4 tip sizes. I liked it so much I ordered 2 more to put on other cars.