Learn the right way
Car brands don’t want you to have full control
We’re fed up with car companies making it hard and pricey for people to diagnose and fix their own rides. More and more, they use tech to block access to vehicle data. That data doesn’t just belong to the manufacturers – it’s yours too.
That’s why we’re all about openness and putting power in your hands. Nothing gives you more control than an OBD2 scanner that opens up your vehicle’s full data. We still test-drive the scanners ourselves. That way we can break down how they really work in the real world.
We’re different
The three-step rule
All our OBD2 scanner articles are written based on real-world testing and always fact check with data.
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Tested by Mechanics
We tested & get feedback from professional mechanics on real cars with real problems.
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Data Analyst Verifies
We have data analyst expert double check all scanning data we collect, scanner specifications etc
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Multi-scan Compare
We hook up multiple scanners at once to compare readings.
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Misinformation Exposed – Radical Transparency
The internet is crawling with “experts” reviewing scanners they’ve never even held in their hands. Shady sites push “best scanner deals” – but really they’re just highlighting whoever pays them the fattest affiliate commission.
And get this – we saw a top OBD2 site claim you can plug into a Tesla’s OBD2 port like any other car. Misinformation like that proves you can’t trust everything you read online.
We’re here to cut through the junk and give you real, honest scanner knowledge.
Meet the Garage Geeks
We are a small team of automotive fanatics working remotely from 3 countries. If you love cars and our mission, come join us!
We started by focusing on OBD2 scanners – today we also review diagnostic tools, code readers, TPMS tools, battery testers, and more.
Terry Morgan – Founder
Meet Terry, our founder and in-house OBDII expert. For over a decade, he’s been elbow-deep in engine bays, wrestling with check engine lights and bringing cars back to life. Terry started this website to share his hard-earned DIY repair knowledge. In his free time, you’ll find him helping folks figure out that P0420 catalyst efficiency code or finally track down an EVAP leak.
Thomas Besana
Thomas is our mechanic and writer. He’s been getting his hands dirty with Audi and Volkswagen vehicles for over 18 years. Since 2005, he’s been in the repair shop fixing Audis and VWs. Almost two decades turning wrenches gives Thomas deep knowledge of European cars that few can match. He’s diagnosed countless check engine lights, done repairs and maintenance, and helped drivers understand their rides. Thomas puts this real-world experience into every article and tip shared on our site.