i use nitrile gloves all the time...find them very good dont rip easy an are a nice comfortable glove an a really good fit
link to the exact ones
http://www.hazchemsafety.co.uk/shop/gloves/988-ansell-touch-n-tuff-green-powder-free-disposable-gloves.html
i do everything on the floor wit trolley jacks and axle stands....engine swaps,clutch an gearbox swaps,servicing,brakes,bushings,ball joint you name it