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Image 1 — Big Update for Car Enthusiasts: Real-Time OBD2 Analytics Like Engine Load Now on CarPlay
Image 2 — Big Update for Car Enthusiasts: Real-Time OBD2 Analytics Like Engine Load Now on CarPlay
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Big Update for Car Enthusiasts: Real-Time OBD2 Analytics Like Engine Load Now on CarPlay

Hey everyone,
A lot of users from my previous CarPlay post requested OBD2 support, so after a lot of work, the feature is finally live in Speedometer: Driving Tracker.

You can now see and analyze real-time OBD2 vehicle data directly from CarPlay, iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch (via live activity).

One thing I personally found really interesting while testing was seeing how different driving styles affect engine behavior throughout an entire trip, not just live gauges while driving.

For example, things like:
• Engine Load
• RPM
• Throttle Position
• Coolant & Oil Temperature
• Fuel Usage
• Mass Air Flow
• Intake/Ambient Air Temperature
• And more

I added a sample trip summary screenshot below showing how the app now visualizes engine performance for a drive.

It even works with automatic trip recording through Shortcuts automations (when OBD2 device is connected), so trips can start recording automatically without manually opening the app.

One important note: every car exposes different OBD2 sensors, so some vehicles may not provide all data points shown in the screenshot.

The goal wasn’t just to make another OBD2 gauge app, but to make driving history and car data feel more visual, insightful, and actually enjoyable to revisit later.

Other existing features in the app:
• CarPlay trip tracking
• 3D route playback
• Speed-colored trip replay
• Video recording with speed + map overlays
• Fuel, maintenance, and expense tracking
• Vehicle-based analytics & comparisons
• iCloud sync across Apple devices
• Privacy-first experience (no ads/tracking/signups)

Now it’s becoming one of the most comprehensive driving tracker apps available on any platform, whether iOS or Android! (iOS version is live, Android version is in progress)

Would genuinely love feedback from fellow car enthusiasts on what data, analytics, or visualizations you’d like to see next.

u/Taohid101 — 2 days ago
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Car parts - impossible

I have a sagging rear end with what I now know is a broken coil, etc. The mechanic tells me to research the parts; he can't order them. I have searched for over a week with no luck. I don't know what parts I need to order and am at a loss. HELP

I can't find any strut assembly for the rear, everything is like I have to get the pieces separately.

2016 Mini Cooper Countryman All S

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u/Alarming_Pick1167 — 4 days ago

What’s your thoughts about “squatted” trucks?

Squatted trucks are pretty much everyday sight in my area (NE Florida) what do you think about that? Is that like a trend or car culture like cambered cars or what it is ?

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u/spotforcars — 6 days ago
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AutoCorrect for Car Guys

Built a small side project called AutoCorrect 🚗

It’s a daily car guessing game where you identify cars from random visual clues:

tail lights

headlights

silhouettes

side profiles

tiny design details

Basically a game for people who can somehow recognize a car from a blurry shape at night 😄

Would genuinely love feedback from fellow builders and car enthusiasts.

https://tryautocorrect.com

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u/_anoopss — 5 days ago
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I have a minor scrape on the underside of my vehicle's front lip, which is a carbon replica. The damage is not visible from the front. I am seeking advice on whether to repair it or leave it as is, considering this is my daily driver.

u/Equivalent-Walk8207 — 6 days ago
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Old steering wheel

I got this at a yard sale and wanted to know if it’s worth anything

u/TheSchwiftyBear — 5 days ago
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what car instantly tells you someone has good taste?

Not even talking about the most expensive or fastest cars, just the ones that make you think “yeah, that person knows cars.” Sometimes it’s a clean older car, sometimes it’s something unexpected

What car immediately makes you respect someone’s taste and what’s an underrated car you think deserves way more love?

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u/tater18 — 10 days ago
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Car exhaust

Need urgent attention regarding a recurring public nuisance in North Nazimabad Block B/F, Karachi. For the past 4 days, between 4 AM and 5 AM, a heavily modified vehicle (a red car is speeding and making soul-piercing exhaust noises. As a new mom, I feel like crying every time staying up for 4 hours straight after being jolted awake!!!
This happens at the exact same time daily. Please let me know where can I make a complain over this. ‼️
My kids end up waking up shaking badly

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u/Waste_Log_5727 — 6 days ago
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u/kenziammar — 7 days ago
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What car would you choose that is "fun" and "quirky" for $10k?

(I put these images of cars to make the post seem like more better if you get me what I mean. Not that all of these cars are $10K)

u/ResearchFederal1322 — 12 days ago

What oil and filter combo do you guys swear by?

Every time I try researching motor oil and oil filters, I end up buried under marketing claims, sponsored reviews, and people arguing like they’re defending sports teams lol. One guy says a certain brand saved his engine for 300k miles, another says the same oil destroyed everything he owned. I already know full synthetic is the way to go for modern engines, but I’m more curious about which oil and filter combinations mechanics genuinely trust after years of seeing engines internally. I’m not talking about race builds or super-modified cars either. Mostly reliable daily driver stuff that survives long-term ownership. The owner’s manual route only gets me so far because half the recommendations feel tied to dealership partnerships more than objective advice. I’ve also noticed a lot of oil filters across different brands seem suspiciously similar internally. Some manufacturing discussions I found connected several filter lines back to online industrial supply chains before retail branding happens. For people who work on cars every day, what oil and filter setups consistently hold up without relying on gimmicks or exaggerated claims?

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u/2bitzshoes — 11 days ago
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What car would you recommend someone get if they wanted to start learning how to work on a car?

Wife and I already have a reliable daily driver but have always wanted to fix up a car together. Any advice on something that’s a bit easy to work on and learn as we go? We understand we aren’t mechanics but we’d love to learn!

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u/Optimal-Toe2956 — 12 days ago
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If you had $20k to spend on a 'fun' car, what are you buying

u/Petro_323 — 15 days ago

IF YOU are into CARS and STREET RACING n allat shit I wanna be friends

I just recently turned 18 and I’ve never in my life had any interest in cars idk jack shit about engine or car models or specs or anything like that. I understand how to drive manual stickshift I just haven’t done it because my parents only owned automatic cars. But this past month I’ve very suddenly become obsessed with cars and street racing culture but I just don’t know anybody who’s into this and I have no idea how to get into the scene. I lowk just wanna hang out and watch races and learn about how to work on cars and drive like a racer and allat. Just feels like it’s calling to me as the coolest shit ever. Idk where it came from lol. But yea if you live around bronxville NY and I’m tryna meet people and have some fun with a new hobby so hmu. I’m cool af I promise lol.
You can be like any age or gender lowk idc I just wanna meet people. I image we’ll have more in common to talk about if you’re like 17-35 but I’m seriously not strict about it cuz I’ve been friends with all sorts of people.
Also I myself am a man so if you’re just some loser looking for an internet gf to beg for nudes from then please don’t bother messaging me.

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u/Acrobatic-Coffee8858 — 11 days ago

Hello guys, i own a 2005 toyota aygo and i want to fit it with a "cooler" exhaust, i found these 2( see photo's) wich one would you guys recomend for both looks en sound?

u/gabbertje979 — 12 days ago
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Mk5 Ea113 Rebuild

* inc Pics of engine * but I am New to posting and new to engine rebuilds (hands on experience) I recently had a timing belt failure (interference motor) and so far I have the head at the shop , crank seems to be fine pistons are my worry due to possible future heat spots so I plan on doing a the bottom end completely my self any advice ? I plan on doing drop in forged rods and OEM pistons so I can stay in factory spec with weight so I don’t have to go to a machine shop for balancing . I can keep you guys updated I’m near my motor everyday.

u/Sea-Bar-8277 — 11 days ago