Automotive Diagnostic Scan Tools Market Report 2026

The automotive diagnostic scan tools market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $42.08 billion in 2025 to $44.72 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to vehicle electronics complexity, obd standardization, growth of aftermarket services, increased vehicle ownership, need for fault detection.

The automotive diagnostic scan tools market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $57.79 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to ev penetration, software-defined vehicles, remote diagnostics demand, predictive maintenance adoption, connected workshop ecosystems. Major trends in the forecast period include shift toward wireless diagnostic tools, growth of ev diagnostics, integration with mobile applications, expansion of multi-system scanners, rising use in independent workshops.

The increase in vehicle production and sales is expected to drive the growth of the automotive diagnostic scan tools market. Automotive scan tools are used to quickly and accurately identify faults in specific vehicle systems by analyzing data obtained from sensors, microchips, and built-in processors. As the global vehicle population continues to expand, demand for automotive diagnostic tools is rising, as repair and maintenance service providers seek advanced diagnostic solutions to improve the speed and efficiency of vehicle inspection and repair processes. For example, in July 2024, according to the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, a U.S.-based government agency, total vehicle output increased from 10.92 million units in the first quarter of 2024 to 11.3 million units in the second quarter. Therefore, growth in vehicle production is fueling demand for the automotive diagnostic scan tools market.

Major companies operating in the automotive diagnostic scan tools market are emphasizing product innovation and the integration of advanced technologies to deliver reliable diagnostic solutions. For instance, in October 2024, Launch Tech, a China-based automotive diagnostics, testing, and maintenance company, introduced the X-431 Throttle V. This product establishes a new benchmark in vehicle diagnostics and repair capabilities, positioning it as the most advanced tool in Launch Tech USA’s portfolio. The device is equipped with 12GB of memory and 512GB of storage, enabling efficient processing and storage of large volumes of diagnostic data. Additionally, its 13.6-inch display with a resolution of 2560 × 1600 provides a clear and detailed visual interface essential for precise diagnostics.

In February 2025, Rotunda Capital Partners, a U.S.-based private equity firm, acquired AirPro Diagnostics for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Rotunda aims to accelerate AirPro’s expansion and strengthen its offerings in outsourced and technology-enabled automotive diagnostic, scanning, programming, and calibration services, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) diagnostics. AirPro Diagnostics is a U.S.-based provider of automotive diagnostic scan tools and related services.

Major companies operating in the automotive diagnostic scan tools market report include Nippon Denso Co. Ltd., Snap-On Inc., DG Technologies Inc., Softing AG, Actia Group SA, DSA Daten- und Systemtechnik GmbH, Hickok Inc., Bosch Automotive Service Solutions Inc., Delphi Automotive plc, KPIT Technologies Limited, Launch Tech Co. Ltd., Autel Intelligent Technology Corp. Ltd., Fluke Corporation, Robert Bosch GmbH, Continental AG, Carman International Co. Ltd., Vector Informatik GmbH, General Technologies Corporation, SPX Technologies Inc., SGA SA Corporation, Autocom Diagnostic Partner AB, Autologic Diagnostics Ltd., Bartec USA LLC, Drew Technologies Inc., Texa S.p.A.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive diagnostic scan tools market in 2025.Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the automotive diagnostic scan tools market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive diagnostic scan tools market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automotive diagnostic scan tools market of sales of code readers, OBD scanners and readers, tire pressure gauge, circuit testers and multimeters, and car battery testers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributorsand retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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