Simply’s more sophisticated reader is easy to use, with a colour screen and a usefully long 77cm cable, meaning you don’t need to kneel next to the footwell in cars with awkward port locations. The ...

Part of the frustration of a check engine light is that it’s just so vague. It can signal anything from a looming powertrain ...

“It’s a great way to find out what is wrong with the computer or vehicle.” The iKiKin OBD2 Scanner Code Reader is on sale (for a limited time only) for $18, which is $18 off the original $36 price tag ...

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 ...

If you’re looking for a professional-grade OBD2 scanner that won’t break the bank, the TopDon ArtiDiag 800 BT 2 deserves your attention. Having tested everything from pocket-sized dongles like ...

When your car needs repairs, few tools are more valuable than an OBD2 scanner. A check engine light only tells you that something’s wrong, but an OBD2 scanner can tell you exactly what it is. The ...

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 ...

Car crime has become increasingly sophisticated, with thieves using the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port fitted to modern cars to start the engine and drive away. The problem has made headlines, ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Modern cars are great, except when they go wrong. The number of ...

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