Cars Guru features include maintenance logging, fuel tracking, OBD2 Bluetooth diagnostics, AI-powered fault code analysis, vehicle health scoring, trip tracking, digital glovebox, cost statistics, VIN history checks, MOT history lookup, market price estimation, and safety recall alerts. The free plan covers basic tracking for one vehicle, while Pro and Elite plans unlock advanced diagnostics and AI features.
Features
Explore all Cars Guru features: OBD2 diagnostics, AI health scoring, fuel tracking, maintenance logs, engine sound analysis, and more. Compare Free, Pro, and Elite plans.
Free Forever
Core vehicle management at no cost.
1 Vehicle
Manage one vehicle with full maintenance tracking, fuel logs, and document storage — completely free.
Maintenance Tracking (15 Types)
Track 15 maintenance types: oil changes, brakes, tires, battery, and more. Each record includes date, mileage, cost, and photos.
Fuel Log & Economy
Log every fill-up and track fuel economy trends over time. See your average consumption and cost per kilometre.
Legal Reminders (MOT, Tax, Insurance)
Never miss an MOT, road tax, or insurance deadline. Automatic reminders keep you legally compliant.
Breakdown Mode with Emergency Call
One-tap breakdown mode shows your GPS location, SOS contacts, and can initiate an emergency call to local services.
Digital Glovebox (Document Storage)
Store photos of your registration, insurance card, MOT certificate, and other documents — always accessible in the app.
Cost Tracking (8 Categories)
Track costs across 8 categories: fuel, service, insurance, tax, parking, tolls, fines, and other. See your total cost of ownership.
Pro
Advanced diagnostics & AI features.
Up to 2 Vehicles
Manage up to 2 vehicles, each with its own maintenance timeline, costs, and documents.
Fleet Dashboard
See the health, costs, and upcoming maintenance for all your vehicles at a glance from a single dashboard.
OBD2 Live Diagnostics
Connect an ELM327 Bluetooth adapter and read live engine data — RPM, coolant temp, fuel trim, and 50+ more parameters.
AI Health Score (0-100)
Get a 0-100 Health Score across 6 categories: maintenance, diagnostics, usage, age, known issues, and owner behaviour.
AI Fault Code Explanation
Scan OBD2 fault codes and get AI-powered explanations in plain language — no mechanic dictionary needed.
AI DTC Code Analysis (5/mo)
Tap any DTC fault code for an AI-powered explanation, severity rating, drivability assessment, and estimated repair cost in your region. 5 analyses/month on Pro, 20 on Elite.
Engine Sound Analysis
Record your engine and let AI analyse the audio for knocking, ticking, misfires, or bearing noise. Get a severity rating.
AI Companion Chat
Ask the AI anything about your car: maintenance tips, fault code meanings, fuel economy advice, and more.
Trip Tracking & History
Automatically record trips with start/end locations, distance, duration, and fuel consumption estimates.
PDF & CSV Export
Export your full vehicle history, maintenance records, and cost reports as PDF or CSV for your records or resale.
Cost Statistics & Pie Charts
Visualize your vehicle expenses with interactive donut charts and detailed category breakdowns. See your biggest expenses, monthly averages, and cost per kilometre at a glance.
Fuel Consumption Statistics
Analyse your fuel consumption with monthly breakdowns and per-station rankings. Discover your best and worst months, find the station where you get the best economy, and track trends over time.
Elite
The ultimate vehicle intelligence suite.
Unlimited Vehicles
Add every car in your household — no limits. Each vehicle gets its own maintenance timeline, costs, and documents.
Deep Sensor Logging
Log sensor data over time and spot trends — rising coolant temps, dropping fuel efficiency — before they become problems.
AI Car Buying Advisor (40+ Checklist)
A 40+ point checklist guides you through a used car inspection: exterior, engine, interior, test drive, and documents.
Risk Scoring Algorithm
Get a risk score from 0.0 to 1.0 based on OBD2 data, VIN history, MOT records, age, and mileage.
Repair Cost Prediction
AI estimates repair costs based on fault codes, vehicle make/model, and local market data.
VIN History Lookup
Look up a vehicle's VIN to check previous owners, accident history, outstanding finance, and more.
MOT History Check
Check a vehicle's full MOT history — pass/fail results, advisory items, and mileage readings at each test.
Market Price Comparison
Compare asking prices against market averages for the same make, model, year, and mileage.
Recall Alerts
Get notified about manufacturer recalls that affect your specific vehicle based on VIN.
Sell Advice & Timing
AI advises the best time and price to sell your car based on depreciation curves and market demand.
Feature Comparison
See exactly what you get with each plan.
| Features | Free | Pro | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Vehicle | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Maintenance Tracking (15 Types) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fuel Log & Economy | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Legal Reminders (MOT, Tax, Insurance) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Breakdown Mode with Emergency Call | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital Glovebox (Document Storage) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cost Tracking (8 Categories) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Up to 2 Vehicles | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| OBD2 Live Diagnostics | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI Health Score (0-100) | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI Fault Code Explanation | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Engine Sound Analysis | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI DTC Code Analysis (5/mo) | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI Companion Chat | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| PDF & CSV Export | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cost Statistics & Pie Charts | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fuel Consumption Statistics | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Deep Sensor Logging | — | — | ✓ |
| AI Car Buying Advisor (40+ Checklist) | — | — | ✓ |
| Risk Scoring Algorithm | — | — | ✓ |
| VIN History Lookup | — | — | ✓ |
| MOT History Check | — | — | ✓ |
| Recall Alerts | — | — | ✓ |
| Unlimited Vehicles | — | — | ✓ |
Features FAQ
What OBD2 parameters can I monitor?
Cars Guru monitors 50+ engine parameters including RPM, vehicle speed, coolant temperature, engine load, intake air temperature, fuel trims, throttle position, battery voltage, and oxygen sensor readings.
How does the engine sound analysis work?
Record your engine sound (idle, revving, or driving) and our AI analyzes the audio spectrum to detect anomalies like knocking, ticking, misfiring, or bearing noise. You'll get a severity score and recommended actions.
What types of maintenance can I track?
Cars Guru supports 15 maintenance types: Oil Change, Brakes, Tires, Timing Belt, Battery, Coolant, Transmission, Spark Plugs, Air Filter, Fuel Filter, Suspension, Exhaust, Electrical, Bodywork, and Other. Each entry includes date, mileage, cost, and optional photos.
How does the AI Buying Advisor work?
When inspecting a used car, Cars Guru provides a 40+ point checklist covering Exterior, Engine, Interior, Test Drive, and Documents. It includes beginner-friendly guidance, warning sign definitions, and generates a risk score from 0 to 1.0 with a detailed PDF report.
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