There are over 20 different automotive discussion forums in the iATN members only area, with 2.6 million messages and roughly 500 posts daily. You may discuss all manner of automotive topics with other automotive professionals in a threaded discussion format as shown in the screen below. The automotive discussion that takes place ranges from very technical in nature to repair shop management, automotive industry issues, and everything in between. Members upload waveforms, scan data, photos, videos and other documents and discuss them directly in forums. Below, your can see a sampling of the latest topics being discussed on iATN.
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| Scan tool Communication 03/10/2026 in the HD/Fleet Forum [Driveability: 01 Isuzu NPR 4.8L] This NPR has a 16 pin OBD2 DLC, but some things I read said only the gassers were OBD2 compliant in 2001. I have tried two Heavy Duty OBD2 scanners that listed the Isuzu as compatible, but no communication. I read Diesel... | ||
| Hyundai hybrid compression testing 03/09/2026 in the Technical Discussion Forum Need to do a compression test on a 2020 Ioniq hybrid with push button start. When pressing the start button the car goes into EV mode. I didn't see a compression test under special functions on my scan tool. Anyone know how it's done? | ||
| Service Advisor Kiosks Powered by AI - 12 months? 03/09/2026 in the Shop Management Forum Rumor has it that service advisors will be replace by AI kiosks within the year across most dealerships. I guess it shows what that position is really worth - a $20 monthly subscription per kiosk. Any thoughts? Service advisors are more of a reception... | ||
| What brand latex powder-free disposable gloves are you using 03/09/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum I been using Microflex DiamondGrip for over 20 year but their prices have kept going up recently to over $15 a box of 100. Anybody use anything cheaper? I found MicroDerm gloves from a dental supply house for $6.35 with free shipping for 10 boxes.... | ||
| 2013 Equinox evaporator core 03/09/2026 in the HVAC Forum [HVAC: 13 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 2.4L] We may need to replace the evaporator core on this vehicle. Seems like there may be some tricky procedures or tips on getting this job done if we decide to take this job on. |
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