{"id":247982,"date":"2023-12-10T07:19:47","date_gmt":"2023-12-10T07:19:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=247982"},"modified":"2023-12-10T07:19:47","modified_gmt":"2023-12-10T07:19:47","slug":"drivers-urged-to-buy-affordable-tool-to-help-identify-car-problems-quickly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/drivers-urged-to-buy-affordable-tool-to-help-identify-car-problems-quickly\/","title":{"rendered":"Drivers urged to buy affordable tool to help identify car problems quickly"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The vehicle diagnostic company OBDeleven has revealed that over two thirds of UK motorists believe their car is too complex for them to fix or even notice issues themselves.<\/p>\n

According to the study of 1,500 drivers, 66 percent believed that they would not be able to identify a problem with their car, whilst 72 percent said they would not be able to repair it.<\/p>\n

Juozapas Preik\u0161a, diagnostic expert at OBDeleven, said that the increase in car complexity has led to drivers losing a skill once seen as crucial for all motorists.<\/p>\n

He explained: \u201cThe ability to spot and repair vehicle faults used to be a skill shared among many motorists, meaning many routine, but hugely important, repairs could be carried out cheaply at home.<\/p>\n

\u201cBut as cars have become increasingly complex, drivers have grown too confused and uncomfortable to get the toolbox out to repair the car independently.\u201d<\/p>\n

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In the past, most motorists were expected to service and, where necessary, carry out all basic repairs to their vehicle, only turning to professional mechanics for more serious matters.<\/p>\n

However, as cars get more complex, it has become far more challenging for drivers to repair faults without using specialist diagnostic software.<\/p>\n

OBDeleven highlighted that the modern car typically features 150 electronic control units (ECUs), which are used to run everything from engine components to the infotainment system.<\/p>\n

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However, Juozapas noted that drivers can buy a Bluetooth tool which can be used to reveal any potential issues that need to be repaired, without visiting a mechanic.<\/p>\n

He continued: \u201cIncreasing vehicle complexity and a reluctance to visit the mechanic could be brewing a perfect storm on Britain\u2019s roads \u2013 as many motorists could be driving their cars with serious faults, putting themselves and other road users at risks.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis might prompt more motorists to purchase pocket-sized devices, meaning drivers can spot issues with their vehicle without receiving a hefty bill from the mechanic!\u201d<\/p>\n