The Urban Prepper tests the Actron OBD II scan tool to support vehicle preparedness and emergency troubleshooting.

Part of the frustration of a check engine light is that it’s just so vague. It can signal anything from a looming powertrain failure to something as benign as a loose gas cap. The light will simply ...

A TPMS warning light is one of those things that looks minor but quickly becomes annoying—and expensive. Most owners land here after a tire rotation, new sensor install, or seasonal wheel swap, only ...

That's where OBD-II scanners come in, giving enthusiasts and everyday drivers a window into their vehicle's diagnostic systems. If you're chasing down the cause of a check-engine light, ensuring peak ...

Most people searching for the best OBD2 scanners for home mechanics aren’t trying to become professional technicians. They just want clear answers without paying a shop every time the check-engine ...

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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 ...

“Everybody needs one of these tools, it’s just wonderful.” One option that brings professional-level diagnostics to the home garage is the Cicpap OBD2 Scanner, which is on sale right now for just $20 ...

The battle for the right to repair your own car or take it to the independent shop of your choice rages on, despite states like Massachusetts passing Right to Repair laws and similar efforts on a ...

The do-it-all bidirectional tool, TopDon’s ArtiDiag800 BT 2, has leveled up my diagnostics to a pro level at a fraction of the cost. Disclosure: Topdon is a sponsor of LS1-Tech. In the past couple of ...

Something we all dread seeing is the check engine light popping up on our dash. Instead of guessing what’s going on, OBD2 diagnostic scanners can look over your car’s systems and help you figure out ...