Having a solid OBD2 scanner in your toolbox is a surefire way for DIYers to save money every time a check engine light comes on. With today’s cars packed full of sensors and electronics, a simple ...

Most people don’t start searching for an OBD2 scanner because they’re curious — they start because a warning light refuses to go away. ABS light on. Airbag (SRS) light glowing. The car still drives ...

I like to remind people that they really do not have to worry about their electric-vehicle batteries. The vast, vast majority of all batteries survive until the car is crashed, mechanically totaled or ...

Almost all cars made after 1996 have an OBD2 diagnostic port for plugging into and reading trouble codes when a “check engine” light comes on. But some vehicles, particularly German ones made after ...

While some trouble codes universally indicate specific issues across all automotive brands, some are exclusive to particular automakers. A prime example of this is the C1201 code for Toyota and Lexus ...

New York City officials are warning about car thefts specifically targeting a popular make and model in three Manhattan zip codes. The city says it has seen a rise in stolen Toyota Highlanders, along ...

Amy Tonkin lodged an application with the Fair Work Commission in February alleging she was effectively forced to resign by Mike Carney Toyota in Townsville, where she had worked as a salesperson ...

When my check engine light came on recently, I decided to try the FIXD scanner to avoid an unnecessary mechanic visit. The device plugs into the OBD2 port and pairs with my phone via Bluetooth, giving ...

You’ve probably been there — you go in for a simple oil change, and suddenly the mechanic tells you your transmission needs replacing. Or your check engine light turns on, and what you thought would ...

If you've ever gone to a mechanic for a check engine light problem on your car, then chances are you've heard the technician say something about an OBD scanner. It's a handheld phone-like device that ...

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 ...