Manual jacks have been around forever, and for a long time they were just part of the job. You crank the handle, put in the effort, and eventually the vehicle lifts. It works – but nobody really enjoys doing it, especially with heavier loads.

That’s a big reason why electric jacks are becoming more common now. They take a lot of the physical effort out of lifting and make the process quicker overall. Once people start using them regularly, going back to a manual setup usually feels like a step backward. READ MORE