Automotive Diagnostic Scan Tools Market

Market Overview:

The global automotive diagnostic scan tools market size reached USD 39.3 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 61.3 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% during 2025-2033. The implementation of various government initiatives to enhance road safety, rising expenditure capacities of consumers, and significant expansion in the automotive industry represent some of the key factors driving the market.

Automotive diagnostic scan tools refer to electronic devices used to diagnose any fault in the vehicle. They help to reprogram control modules for cars and detect and analyze electronic system malfunctions for various vehicles. They are widely used to diagnose and troubleshoot issues in the engine, transmission, fuel system, battery, and other electronic systems of vehicles. Automotive diagnostic scan tools are devices that connect to a vehicle's onboard computer system, read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), display live data, and perform functions, such as reprogramming and coding. They assist in reprogramming vehicle control modules and detecting and analyzing electronic system malfunctions for various passenger and commercial vehicles. As a result, these tools are used in car workshops and service stations by professionals and DIYers to diagnose and repair defects.

Automotive Diagnostic Scan Tools Market Trends:

The increasing vehicle complexity and the need for advanced diagnostics across the globe are among the key factors driving the market growth. Automotive diagnostic scan tools are widely used in modern vehicles to access and interpret data, as these vehicles are equipped with a wide range of electronic systems and sensors. In line with this, the widespread product utilization in aftermarket repair and maintenance services to quickly and accurately diagnose and repair problems in a vehicle is favoring the market growth. Additionally, the increasing electrification of vehicles and the rising need for diagnostic scan tools that can communicate with a vehicle's onboard computer and retrieve data in real-time is acting as another growth-inducing factor. Apart from this, the utilization of onboard diagnostics II (OBD-II) tool that allows global positioning system (GPS) fleet tracking devices to record information, such as engine revolutions, fuel usage, fault codes, and vehicle speed, is propelling the market growth. Furthermore, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in automotive diagnostic scan tools that allow more accurate and efficient repairs, provide mechanics with real-time information and ensure enhanced predictive maintenance is providing an impetus to the market growth. Besides this, the implementation of various government initiatives for stringent emission regulations that have led to the increasing demand for diagnostic scan tools to help identify and troubleshoot emissions-related issues is positively influencing the market growth. Other factors, including significant expansion in the automotive industry, rising expenditure capacities of consumers, and the increasing demand for high-end and luxurious vehicles, are anticipated to drive the market growth further.

Key Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global automotive diagnostic scan tools market, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country level from 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on offering type, tool type, propulsion type, and vehicle type.

Offering Type Insights:

• Diagnostic Hardware
  • Scanner
  • Analyzer
  • Tester
  • Code Reader
  • Others
• Diagnostic Software
  • Vehicle System Testing Software
  • Vehicle Tracking and Emissions Analysis
  • Others
• Diagnostic Services
  • Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
  • Custom, Training, Support and Integration
     

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the automotive diagnostic scan tools market based on the offering type. This includes diagnostic hardware (scanner, analyzer, tester, code reader, and others), diagnostic software (vehicle system testing software, vehicle tracking, and emissions analysis, and others), and diagnostic services (vehicle maintenance and repair, custom, training, support, and integration). According to the report, diagnostic hardware represented the largest segment.

Tool Type Insights:

• DIY Diagnostic
• OEMS Diagnostics
• Professional Diagnostics
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the automotive diagnostic scan tools market based on the tool type. This includes DIY, OEMS and professional diagnostics. According to the report, professional diagnostics represented the largest segment.

Propulsion Type Insights:

• IC Engine Vehicles
• Electric Vehicles
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the automotive diagnostic scan tools market based on the propulsion type. This includes IC engine and electric vehicles. According to the report, IC engine vehicles represented the largest segment.

Vehicle Type Insights:

• Passenger Vehicle
• Commercial Vehicle
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the automotive diagnostic scan tools market based on the vehicle type. This includes passenger and commercial vehicles. According to the report, passenger vehicles represented the largest segment.

Regional Insights:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Others
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Others
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets that include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Asia Pacific was the largest market for automotive diagnostic scan tools. Some of the factors driving the Asia Pacific automotive diagnostic scan tools market included extensive research and development (R&D) activities, the increasing demand for high-end and luxurious vehicles and the implementation of various government initiatives.

Competitive Landscape:

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global automotive diagnostic scan tools market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the companies covered include Actia Group, Autel Intelligent Technology Corp. Ltd., AVL DiTEST GmbH (AVL List GmbH), Continental AG, Delphi Technologies (BorgWarner Inc.), Fluke Corporation (Fortive Corporation), Robert Bosch GmbH (Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH), Snap-On Incorporated, Softing AG, etc. Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.

Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the global automotive diagnostic scan tools market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What are the drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the global automotive diagnostic scan tools market?
• What are the key regional markets?
• Which countries represent the most attractive automotive diagnostic scan tools markets?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the offering type?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the tool type?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the propulsion type?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the vehicle type?
• What is the competitive structure of the global automotive diagnostic scan tools market?
• Who are the key players/companies in the global automotive diagnostic scan tools market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the automotive diagnostic scan tools market from 2019-2033.
• The research study provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the global automotive diagnostic scan tools market.
• The study maps the leading as well as the fastest growing regional markets. It further enables stakeholders to identify the key country-level markets within each region.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the automotive diagnostic scan tools industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.