Automotive diagnostics have come a long way since the “idiot lights” of the 1980s. The current version of the on-board diagnostics (OBD) protocol provides real time data as well as fault diagnostics, ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The on-board diagnostics (OBD) port isn’t just for your mechanic ...

Automatic, a SiriusXM company, announced its release of the Connected Car Assistant (CCA) OBD adapter and app. The free Automatic CCA app detects accidents with Crash Alert, sends emergency ...

This is 2014. Isn't it time your car was as smart as your phone? Actually, it is. Your vehicle generates a ton of data and most of us don't realize it. With the right hardware and apps, you can use ...

A few weeks ago, I decided to buy a couple of cheap OBD-II adapters to start out some ethical hacking experiments. However, when looking for a reliable adapter on the market, you can get a lot of ...

Reports say BMW leaves coded key info accessible through the OBD connector. Other automakers and their owners may be at risk, too. It's "under investigation," BMW says. Share on Facebook (opens in a ...