It’s no surprise that for many shops, essential tools of the trade now include just as much software as hard tools. With truck complexity increasing every day as more cameras and sensors are incorporated into vehicle bodies, even being able to diagnose and repair mechanical issues calls for digital diagnostic tools.
Read more: Troubleshooting tools of the trade“These tools are now the first thing technicians use when starting a repair, and we can anticipate more shops and technicians will rely on diagnostic tools as the workshop continues its rapid digitalization,” explained Scott McKinney, senior product manager at Bosch.
From running health reports to accessing troubleshooting programs and wiring diagrams, diagnostic tablets and software are a must-have in any shop. So, here’s the best tablets and multimeters any technician will want in their bay, as featured in Fleet Maintenance’s 2023 Tool & Equipment Supplement.
