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Fiat 124 Spider Gets Recalled Over Airbag Software Issue

autoevolution

Twinned with the ND-generation Miata, the Italian roadster from Japan has been hit with a recall stateside for iffy software in the airbag control module that causes the airbags to deploy with excessive force in the event of a crash.

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Autel: Pushing the Boundaries of Aftermarket Diagnostics 

Brake & Front End

Whether discussing secure gateways or access to functions, software, and specifications on newly released vehicles, aftermarket diagnostic product developers such as Autel are always playing catch up to get that OE-only capability in the hands of our users. Autel users need to register their shop and their Autel tools with AutoAuth.

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The Autel MaxiSYS MS906 MAX Your Next Go-to Diagnostics and Service Tablet

Brake & Front End

When Autel debuted the MaxiSYS MS906 tablet line in 2017, one goal was to give the general repair technician a workhorse of a tablet line with exceptional vehicle coverage and functionality to meet the diagnostic and service challenges of every vehicle that enters the shop.

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Porsche Performance Software Tuning

Meister Werks European & Import

Meister Werks now offers GIAC Porsche Performance Software Tuning for your Porsche®. For more information on how to get your Porsche Performance Software installed, contact us at 425-254-0627. Turbo Charged More Info 2017-2019 911 Carrera / Targa 3.0L Turbo Charged More Info 2017-2019 911 Carrera S / Targa S 3.0L

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GIAC Porsche Performance Software Tuning

Meister Werks European & Import

Meister Werks now offers GIAC Porsche Performance Software Tuning for your Porsche®. For more information on how to get your Porsche Performance Software installed, contact us at 425-254-0627. Turbo Charged More Info 2017-2019 911 Carrera / Targa 3.0L Turbo Charged More Info 2017-2019 911 Carrera S / Targa S 3.0L

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Police Wrongly Arrest Woman Using License Plate Scanner Data For A Shooting She Wasn't Involved In

Jalopnik

One company that makes the software used in the scanners saw a near 3,000 percent increase in usage in the period of 2017-2019. License plate scanner usage by law enforcement has exploded in the last decade or so. Even a decade ago, millions of plates were being scanned using the tech. So we must wonder, is law… Read more.

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Range Rover Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

engines 2017-2022: Improved sealing but still susceptible to oil leaks, particularly in high-mileage vehicles Timing Chain Issues One of the most serious and expensive problems that affect Range Rovers is timing chain failure. Water intrusion into the battery tray area from faulty seals causing corrosion and electrical issues.