OBD-II diagnostic device BlueDriver interprets engine error codes to suggest what might need fixing, and lets you know if your car is ready for a smog check. Wayne ...

In 1976, Chrysler ushered in the computer engine management system era with their Electronic Lean Burn 400 4-bbl. This early computerized spark-advance control system was developed to make the engine ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? The check engine light by its nature is vague, just a general indication that ...

Over the past few weeks we've looked at a new take on hand impact drivers, ratcheting serpentine belt tools, and flexible claw pickup tools to make retrieving lost hardware and tools easier. This week ...

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 ...

️ Editor's note: This product category requires new testing about once a year. We'll update this article with the most recent information when it's available. Modern cars are technological marvels, ...

I watch a lot of car repair videos on YouTube and it's obvious that there are scan tools out there that will give you lots of information about what cars are doing, allow you to do component tests, ...

When something goes wrong with your car, it can be very stressful — you sometimes don’t know if you’re in for a repair that will cost a couple hundred dollars or a few thousand. And if you’re not a ...

Actron OBD II scan tool review shows functionality for vehicle diagnostics.