Everyone knows how imperative it is to service their vehicles to make sure they’re running smoothly and efficiently. But even if someone is following the manufacturer-suggested service intervals and ...

That's where OBD-II scanners come in, giving enthusiasts and everyday drivers a window into their vehicle's diagnostic systems. If you're chasing down the cause of a check-engine light, ensuring peak ...

Our entire lives are run through — and directed by — our smartphones, so it only makes sense that your car’s diagnostics would live there, too. Thanks to Bluetooth technology, wireless OBD2 scanners ...

I’m going to start with a disclaimer: I am not mechanically inclined. I’ve tried to get hands-on with our cars in the past, but it’s seldom gone well. My latest bugaboo has been the check engine light ...

In the past, automotive diagnostic scanners were rather expensive. But today you can get a wireless interface for $10 online and use a multitude of apps to read codes, log, and monitor data in a wide ...

While the purpose of an OBD2 scanner can prove invaluable in diagnosing a vehicle’s issues, the cost of entry varies widely. How much you spend on an OBD2 scanner depends on your specific needs and ...

Modern cars are great, except when they go wrong. The number of computerised electronics in today’s vehicles means that they can be a bit opaque when it comes to diagnosing faults at home, requiring a ...

In addition to the Kiwi hardware, you need to download an OBD II app for your phone. Some choices include Torque, alOBD Scanner, or OBDroid. Prices range from free to about $5. The PLX Kiwi device is ...

If you've been involved in automotive repair for a while, you probably know that modern vehicles use onboard diagnostic (OBD) systems to help notify us when there's a problem. The OBD system works ...

Everyone knows how imperative it is to service their vehicles to make sure they’re running smoothly and efficiently. But even if someone is following the manufacturer-suggested service intervals and ...