We've compiled a list of some of the best OBD2 diagnostic scanners describing their features, specifications, compatibility, and benefits. The automotive industry has a huge variety of OBD2 scanners ...

You hear a new, disturbing noise coming from your engine, open the hood, look around, and find nothing. Now what? Before you reach for a conveniently-placed torque wrench to try the ol’ “love tap,” ...

Repair Reports generated by the Lemur BlueDriver not only interpret error codes, but suggest causes and fixes. The Smog Check feature can let you know if your car is ...

That 16-pin connector tucked beneath the dashboard of every car built after 1996 is one of the most underused tools available ...

The top end of the technology ladder is held by a scan tool. This car diagnostic tool plugs into the OBD-II port (“OBD” is an acronym for on-board diagnostics, and the “II” designates the second ...

Car owners dread few things quite as much as a vehicle's "Check Engine" light. However, the dreaded signal doesn't always foretell a worst-case scenario for motorists. They can even help prevent ...

Q:Hello, I am a longtime Corvette enthusiast and have owned many Corvette models. Unfortunately, I have never been in the financial position to purchase a new model and usually buy cars between 10 and ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Modern cars are great, except when they go wrong. The number of ...

The best car adapter you can buy is the Automatic AUT-450C. We’ve looked high and low, and no other diagnostic device in this burgeoning segment of the tech world matches it. Once plugged into your ...