Have you ever been to the mechanic for a simple oil change… but you walked out thinking you need a new engine?

Or has that horrifying “Check Engine” light came on… and the next moment your mechanic is convincing you it’s going to cost thousands to fix all the issues, change all these fluids you didn’t know existed – to the point where buying a new car seems like a better investment.

I’ve been in that situation more times than I care to recount. The fact is… mechanics know it’s easy to take advantage of our lack of knowledge.

Most of us are easy prey

Mechanics call the check engine light the “idiot light” for a reason. They know that the average person doesn’t know enough to question what services and repairs are needed.

And so, we all just end up paying for repairs we may not even need

But that’s why they created this device. It’s giving the power back to car owners. You attach this device into a port in your car and it’ll relay information about your car’s health directly to your smartphone.

Watch a Mechanic Use FIXD for the first time…

The Solution That’s Disrupting the Car Maintenance Industry

Every so often an innovative technology comes along that completely disrupts an industry. Uber has recently done it for transportation. Tesla is doing it for car. Of course, Netflix did it for entertainment, and Airbnb did it for short-term rentals. Now FIXD is doing it for car maintenance.

I recently learned about FIXD. Basically, it’s like a FitBit for your car. (Or like a shop diagnostic tool on steroids.)

It instantly tells you if there's a problem with your car, how severe it is, and if it's an emergency or not (all in simple and easy to understand terms)

…just by using this pocket-sized device you can have full knowledge of the state of your car

FIXD is leaving mechanics in the dust — no longer able to overcharge you.

“Like people, cars get ‘sick,’ too — and the only way they can tell us what is wrong is through the check engine light. Our team knew that there must be a better way to diagnose your car’s health – and now FIXD is here to help! I have a passion for creative innovation, especially when it means creating a solution to a wide-reaching problem. FIXD is the perfect solution for people (like me!) who don’t speak ‘car.'”

This means that next time that dreaded light pops on, you can see EXACTLY what the issue is before you take it to the mechanic. Often times, the problem is so simple you can fix it yourself, or (in my case) call over my neighbor!

With over 1 million units sold in the past year, it’s definitely a device you’re going to see around more and more often.

Going into the mechanics with full-knowledge of the real issue allows you to avoid unnecessarily high bills, unneeded “fixes”, and gives you the ability to negotiate and remain in full control

How Does it Work?

The FIXD sensor works by plugging into the OBD (on-board diagnostics) port of your car. (It’s the same port that mechanics hook their code reader to.) NOTE: Every vehicle made in 1996 or later is required to have an OBD port. It’s typically located below the steering wheel, under the dash.

The sensor connects via Bluetooth to the FIXD App on your smartphone, where you can easily see a quick scan of all your car’s systems and any problems found.

See for yourself what those warning lights mean

If your check engine lights comes on, it could mean anything from a loose gas cap to a life-threatening malfunction — you wouldn’t know the difference without getting your car into the shop (…and is it even safe enough to drive to the mechanic?)

FIXD alerts you of 7,000+ potential issues with your car in real-time.

The FIXD app shows you what’s wrong and how severe the problem is… in simple, easy-to-understand terms so you know what’s going on.

If it’s something simple like a loose gas cap, FIXD can turn off your check engine light right from the app. This function is also helpful if you want to turn off the warning light to see if the error pops back up (sometimes a computer glitch will trip false errors).

If it’s a real problem that needs attention, this device arms you with the knowledge you need when talking to your mechanic. I guarantee you’ll be treated differently when you come in knowing what you’re talking about. That kind of confidence saves you money.

Sounds Great, But How Much Does it Cost?

With all the benefits FIXD provides, you'd think it would cost a few hundred dollars, right? That's what makes this company so great. The founders of FIXD made it incredibly affordable so they can help as many people as possible avoid getting scammed by mechanics, while also staying on top of their car's health.

It retails for just $59 + S&H. When compared to the cost of just one trip to the mechanics… it pays for itself the very first time your check engine light comes on! A small investment of a little more than that cost of an oil change can keep your car running smoothly and out of shady auto shops.

FIXD is compatible with iOS and Android devices