There was a time that I’d walk into the service department at a car dealership and they’d either recognize me or my car from the magazine I worked for. They’d make small talk about the last issue they ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. If your car or truck’s check engine light is on, there’s a stumble when accelerating, or if the transmission just ...

Q: You have mentioned a scan tool that was not overly expensive but bordered on something a professional would use. What kind was it? When I look online, there are many to choose from. A: Innova ...

The top end of the technology ladder is held by a scan tool. This car diagnostic tool plugs into the OBD-II port (“OBD” is an acronym for on-board diagnostics, and the “II” designates the second ...

Wheels: W.G. asks by email: “I am wanting to purchase a code reader so I can read and erase trouble codes that seem to occur often. I am not looking for an expensive one and I have seen several videos ...

Anyone who's ever worked on cars knows that doing so requires a huge amount of tools. That includes basic things like screwdrivers, socket sets, and wrenches, as well as more specialized devices like ...