A quick way to precisely diagnose myriad automotive problems—or at the very least get a rough idea of what might be wrong—is to use an automotive scan tool.

You have mentioned a scan tool that was not overly expensive but bordered on something a professional would use. What kind was it?

We've all been there: you're driving along, minding your own business, when all of a sudden your check engine light comes on or you begin to hear a mysterious rattle that you can't quite identify. At ...

The XTOOL D7 Bi-Directional Scan Tool gives you that power, with features that you’d find on devices that cost 2-3 times as much.

--Matco Tools, a leading provider of premium tools and equipment for professional mechanics and auto enthusiasts, is excited to announce the launch of its newest diagnostic scan tool- the Maximus ...

Discover what an OBD2 scanner is and how to use it to diagnose and fix car problems before they escalate into major repairs.

If you want to diagnose the electronic faults of your vehicle, you must get an OBD2 scan tool. If you have a Volkswagen or an Audi, things get easier ...

As a former professional mechanic, I've used top of the line scan tools, like those built by Snap-On and Autel, as well as very basic devices, like the relatively cheap tool I own for home and DIY ...