Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Modern cars are technological marvels, and understanding what's happening under the hood has never been more important—or more ...

Our team of experts has selected the best OBDII scanners out of hundreds of models. Don’t buy an OBDII scanner before reading ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. What do you do when the "Check Engine" light comes on in your car? A lot of people just ignore it; after all, that sensor is ...

Modern technology has made diagnosing vehicular issues much easier than ever before. Using an OBD2 (On-Board Diagnostics II) scanner is a relatively simple process that can provide crucial information ...

The world of car diagnostics has changed a lot over the last 50 years. Back in the '70s and earlier, a mechanic's most valuable diagnostic tools were usually their eyes and ears. You could figure out ...

REVIEW – Back in the day, I used to work on my own cars but I gave it up as they became more computer than mechanical. My check engine light came on the other day so I decided to see if I could ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. So your engine light is on. It could be nothing. Or it ...

With this Bluetooth OBD automotive scanner, the DIY-inclined can take a deep dive into their vehicle's control systems. Few things are more annoying than the dreaded “check engine” light suddenly ...

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 ...

The Zurich ZR-Pro professional OBDII scanner is an automotive diagnostic tool and tablet designed to give mechanics sophisticated diagnostics in a mobile form factor. Available exclusively at Harbor ...

Packaging is good. No bruises along the way. As with most battery-operated gadgetry, the first step was charging. Unfortunately, the Launch 129i OBD2 Automotive Scan Tool does not come with a power ...