Car Electronics
Dash cams, phone mounts, battery chargers, jump starters, and OBD2 scanners
11 Best MagSafe Car Chargers of 2026
Mike Reeves tests the best MagSafe car chargers of 2026. Qi2 25W vs 15W, vent and dashboard and cup holder mounts, cooling, and which ones include the 12V adapter.
11 products reviewed · Updated Aug 13, 2026
9 Best Car Chargers of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the best car chargers of 2026: USB-C and USB-A 12V adapters compared by wattage, ports, and PD/PPS charging for phones and laptops.
9 products reviewed · Updated Jul 16, 2026
What Does the Check Engine Light Mean? Common Codes, Causes, and What to Do (2026)
An ASE Master Tech explains what your check engine light actually means — flashing vs. solid, the 10 most common causes, 30 real trouble codes with repair costs, and when to stop driving.
0 products reviewed · Updated Jul 15, 2026
9 Best Radar Detectors of 2026
ASE Master Tech Mike Reeves ranks the best radar detectors of 2026 — Escort, Uniden, Valentine One, Cobra, and Radenso — by Ka-band range, GPS lockout, 360° arrows, MRCD detection, and false-alert filtering for highway and city driving.
9 products reviewed · Updated Jul 30, 2026
How to Read OBD2 Codes: A Master Technician's Step-by-Step Guide
An ASE Master Tech's complete guide to reading OBD2 codes — scanner types, the step-by-step process, freeze-frame data, the 8 most common codes, and what a mechanic actually does with each.
0 products reviewed · Updated Jun 2, 2026
9 Best Car Battery Testers of 2026
Mike Reeves, ASE Master Tech, reviews the best car battery testers of 2026. Compare conductance testers, load testers, alternator testers, and charger-tester combos for AGM, EFB, and lithium batteries.
9 products reviewed · Updated Jul 15, 2026
7 Best Blind Spot Mirrors of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the 7 best blind spot mirrors of 2026. Compare round, rectangle, and vehicle-specific designs by glass quality, adhesive grade, and field of view from an ASE Master Tech.
7 products reviewed · Updated Jul 19, 2026
NOCO vs Schumacher Jump Starters: An ASE Mechanic's Comparison
ASE Master Tech Mike Reeves compares NOCO vs Schumacher jump starters — lithium vs AGM, peak amps vs real cranking amps, cold-weather performance, the DSR professional line, and which brand belongs in your trunk or shop.
0 products reviewed · Updated Apr 24, 2026
7 Best Backup Cameras of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the best backup cameras of 2026. Compare wired vs. wireless, license-plate vs. mirror-replacement, and RV-specific kits by resolution, signal type, and install difficulty.
7 products reviewed · Updated Aug 13, 2026
7 Best LED Headlight Bulbs of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the best LED headlight bulbs of 2026. Compare brightness, beam pattern, fitment, and cooling across top-rated H11, 9005, and universal LED bulbs for reflector and projector housings.
7 products reviewed · Updated Jul 19, 2026
7 Best Dash Cams of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the best dash cams of 2026. Compare front-only, front+rear, and premium models by resolution, night vision, GPS, and parking mode for every driver.
7 products reviewed · Updated Aug 11, 2026
8 Best Car Phone Mounts of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the best car phone mounts of 2026. Compare vent, dashboard, and MagSafe mounts by stability, installation, phone compatibility, and road-tested durability.
8 products reviewed · Updated Jul 19, 2026
7 Best OBD2 Scanners of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the best OBD2 scanners of 2026. Compare code readers by system coverage, bidirectional testing, wired vs Bluetooth, and real-world diagnostic value.
7 products reviewed · Updated Jul 19, 2026
7 Best Jump Starters of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the best jump starters of 2026. Compare lithium jump starters by peak amps, engine coverage, cold-weather performance, and real-world reliability.
7 products reviewed · Updated Jul 14, 2026
7 Best Car Battery Chargers of 2026
Mike Reeves reviews the best car battery chargers of 2026. Compare smart chargers, maintainers, and jump starters by amperage, battery compatibility, and real-world shop performance.
7 products reviewed · Updated Jul 14, 2026