Modern vehicles are rolling computers, with systems managed by embedded hardware and software designed to talk to the manufacturers' diagnostic tools locally and wirelessly. While this complexity can ...

Modern vehicles’ sophisticated electronics go far beyond the simple car mechanics most of us grew up with. Now, OBD, or on-board diagnostics, diagnoses almost every issue within your vehicle. Whether ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you own a car built in 1996 or later for the U.S. market, the odds are overwhelming that it has an OBD port. You may have even noticed its ...

Do automotive electronics qualify as "mobile computing?" Presently I mount my iPhone to the left corner of my windshield and my Jabra Cruiser BlueTooth/FM speakerphone on my visor. The charging cables ...

Ford has announced a decision to add connectivity features to older models using a plug-in device named SmartLink. The Blue Oval’s announcement refers to an OBD II device, which is commonly referred ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The on-board diagnostics (OBD) port isn’t just for your mechanic ...

MotorEasy has launched a warranty product with a plugin diagnostics tool, which “heralds new era of maintenance and repair”. The 'FitC' plug-in device connects directly to the engine’s ECU via the ...

Here's a bizarre trend: some car owners are putting a physical lock on their car's Onboard Diagnostics port. Others are even installing a "dummy port" not connected to their car, then rewiring the ...

Tesla is now giving access to service manuals, repair guides, diagnostic tools, and more for free. The new right-to-repair initiative should help owners who want to tinker with their vehicles ...