Get the read on your car issues with an OBD-II code reader. I tried out some of the top brands on the market to find the best one for your needs.

Code readers come in all shapes and sizes. As noted earlier, even cheap ones will get the job done if all you plan to do is read and clear trouble codes. Perfectly usable, though very simple ...

We recently got our hands on the new GoTech mobile OBD-II diagnostic tool and put it through its paces on several trucks in our fleet. The GoTech is more than just a code reader, though.

Did your vehicle's check-engine light just pop on? An OBD-II scanner can provide some direction. We tested a handful to find ...

Already an affordable option, right now you can save over $25 on this diagnostic code reader from trusted brand Ancel.

The hand-held Equus 3100 OBD-II code reader is versatile and easy to use. Just plug it into the diagnostic port, hit the link key, and wait for the codes to flow. The owner's manual has more than ...

Actron The primary purpose of the OBD-II connection is for emissions testing, but one of the first and most widespread applications available to consumers is the scan tool or code reader.

If you decide to use a Wireless Code Reader that uses Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to link to the OBD-II port, you should download a car scanner app.

OBD-II diagnostic device BlueDriver interprets engine error codes to suggest what might need fixing, and lets you know if your car is ready for a smog check.

HexCode GS-911: BMW Diagnostics On The Go When I got my first performance vehicle (a 2000 Subaru Forester STI) the first thing I bought for it was an OBD-II code reader so I could monitor the sensor ...