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 OBD2 port on all modern vehicles can double as a power source. As a result, many owners opt to tap into this often-ignored port to power devices like a Dash Cam, powered rear view mirrors, radar ...

The automotive industry has a huge variety of OBD2 scanners that come in a wide range of price tags starting from less than $100 and going up as high as $10,000. This glut of options is probably the ...

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 ...

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Weekend wrenchers rejoice: there’s finally a CarPlay-compatible OBD scanner app available for iPhone users. It’s called OnTrack. For years we’ve been restricted to using a phone mount to diagnose cars ...

I don't know about you, but I've been using OBD2 apps for many years, especially because I could get them up and running with a super-cheap ELM327 adapter. My favorite app has long been Torque, as the ...

An OBD2 scanner that can read your vehicle’s trouble codes is a critical tool for DIYers. But even if you don’t like turning wrenches yourself, it’s hugely helpful to be able to get an idea of what’s ...

Recently we reluctantly paid a $400 tow bill to have our broken-down truck and trailer towed home from a campsite. Once home we borrowed a buddy’s vehicle code scanner and as it turned out, the ...