OBD readiness monitors quietly determine whether your car will pass an emissions inspection. Too many ‘not ready’ statuses can mean an automatic rejection, even without a check engine light. Preparing ...
In March 2022, within a broader-treatment post on automobile owners’ rights to repair their own vehicles, I briefly introduced the topic of the on-board diagnostics (OBD) port, used to monitor (and in ...
Recent articles and editorials have incorrectly implied that the new On Board Diagnostics (OBD) emissions testing program was optional for the state to implement, when in fact it is a mandatory ...
Automotive diagnostics are rapidly advancing from basic OBD2 scanners to AI-powered, predictive systems that integrate real-time monitoring and IoT connectivity. These tools now help detect faults ...
Starting Monday, the Illinois emissions test for 1996 and newer vehicles will be an electronic reading of the onboard diagnostics system (or OBD II) instead of a treadmill test. The OBD II test will ...
View post: Introducing the Men’s Journal Gear of the Year Issue With Keanu Reeves! OBD2 scanners reveal car issues, aiding diagnostics before emissions tests or repairs. California's 2025 rules ...