As a valued Innova OBD-DE customer, you might be wondering about the availability of 2023 vehicle updates for your Innova Quicklink Obd2 scanner. We understand your anticipation and want to provide clarity on our update process and why it may differ from what you see advertised by other scan tool providers.
You may have noticed some OBD2 scanner brands already promoting 2023 vehicle compatibility, leading you to question why Innova appears to be behind. The reason lies in our unwavering commitment to providing you with accurate, legally obtained OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) data. Innova operates as an authentic data licensee, adhering strictly to industry regulations and ethical standards. Many other scanner companies unfortunately do not acquire their data through legitimate channels.
OEMs typically release manufacturer-specific scan tool updates in advance of new vehicle launches, prioritizing their high-end, expensive scanners used by dealerships. Subsequently, often months or even years later, they release the necessary information for aftermarket companies like Innova to develop compatible updates.
Some less scrupulous scanner businesses circumvent this process by illegally hacking OEM scanners to extract proprietary data. They then incorporate this stolen data into their products, selling it to consumers as subscription-based updates. This unethical approach allows them to offer seemingly faster updates, but it comes with significant risks.
The automotive industry has taken legal action against such practices. A quick online search for “scan tools sued by Ford,” for example, will reveal lawsuits detailing these unethical activities. These lawsuits often allege that companies have “obtained access to [automaker’s] proprietary automobile-diagnostic software, hacked it, copied proprietary information, and pasted that information into [their] own diagnostic software.”
Choosing an unethical scanner exposes you to the risk of your device becoming unusable, or “bricked,” at any time due to software updates or legal interventions.
In stark contrast, Innova boasts a long history of ethical operation and has never faced legal action from vehicle manufacturers. This is despite being a leading OBD2 scanner provider in the USA for many years.
Alt: Close-up of an OBD2 port in a vehicle, highlighting the connection interface for diagnostic scanners.
Because Innova is a responsible aftermarket supplier, we patiently wait for automakers to officially release their data for the aftermarket. Our dedicated engineering team then meticulously analyzes this extensive documentation for each new vehicle model. This involves a comprehensive process of engineering and rigorously verifying thousands of features and functions to ensure the accuracy and reliability of our updates for your Quicklink OBD2 tool and other Innova scanners.
To streamline the update process for our users, Innova provides a comprehensive annual update encompassing all makes and models. This single, large-scale update requires a significant engineering effort, involving nearly one hundred specialized engineers and field testers. This extensive undertaking is the reason why advanced scanners with broader capabilities often require paid updates. However, we are proud to reiterate that your Innova Quicklink OBD2 scanner updates are provided to you completely free of charge.
We at Innova deeply appreciate your understanding and continued patience as we work diligently to deliver high-quality, ethical, and comprehensive 2023 vehicle support for your Innova Quicklink OBD2 scanner. We are committed to providing you with the best possible diagnostic tools and support, built on a foundation of integrity and legal compliance.
