Live monitoring · AI mechanic on demand

Know before the
check engine light hits.

Nova's Iron Pulse watches your car's live sensor data 24/7 and catches problems before they become expensive. When you have a question, your personal AI mechanic is right there — no appointment, no $150/hour.

📈 Live Data Monitoring
🤖 AI Mechanic, 24/7
🔧 Parts + Repair Guides
✓ Free trial included ✓ Plans from $99/year ✓ Cancel anytime
📶 Start Live Monitoring Free 🤖 Ask the AI Mechanic

Bluetooth scan requires Android + Chrome. Manual entry works on any device.

diagnoses completed
10,000+
vehicle models supported
$147
average savings vs. shop diagnostic
$99/yr
less than one shop visit

Your car is talking.
We're the only ones listening.

Most apps wait for your check engine light to fire. By then, the damage is done. Nova's Iron Pulse reads 100+ real-time sensor values continuously — coolant temp, fuel trim, O2 voltage, MAF flow — and alerts you the moment something drifts out of range.

Proactive alerts, not reactive panic
Get a warning 3 days before your coolant hits the danger zone, not after your engine overheats on the highway.
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Live sensor data, not just codes
RPM, O2 levels, throttle position, fuel trim, MAF — the same data a shop sees, directly in your hands.
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Works with any $15 OBD2 adapter
No proprietary hardware. Plug in a standard Bluetooth ELM327, connect via Android + Chrome, and you're live in 30 seconds.
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Live Sensor Feed
Engine RPM
1,420 rpm
Coolant Temp
97°C
Short Fuel Trim
+2.3%
O2 Sensor B1S1
0.72V
MAF Flow Rate
6.4 g/s
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Coolant temp running elevated — 97°C. Normal range is 88–93°C. Monitor closely; consider checking coolant level and thermostat.
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Nova — AI Mechanic
Online now
My car is idling rough after I start it cold. RPM drops to 500 sometimes. What's going on?
Sounds like a lean idle condition. Cold rough idle + RPM dip to 500 usually points to one of three things: a dirty or failing IAC (Idle Air Control) valve, a small vacuum leak around the intake manifold, or a gummed-up throttle body.

Since your MAF flow was reading 6.4 g/s at idle — that's slightly low for your engine size — I'd start with cleaning the throttle body. It's a 20-minute job, around $8 in parts. Want the step-by-step?
Yes, walk me through it.
Throttle Body Clean — 2018 Camry 2.5L:
1. Let engine cool 30 min · 2. Disconnect air intake duct · 3. Spray throttle body cleaner on bore + plate · 4. Wipe with lint-free cloth (avoid the TPS sensor) · 5. Reconnect duct, start engine, let idle stabilize 2–3 min.

Parts: CRC Throttle Body Cleaner ~$8 on Amazon. No tools needed.

Like having your own mechanic
available 24/7.

No appointment. No condescending upsell. No $150/hour just to hear "looks fine." Ask Nova anything about your car — a noise you heard, a warning light, a repair you're not sure about — and get a straight answer grounded in your actual sensor data.

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Ask anything, get a real answer
"Is it safe to drive?" "What does P0171 actually mean for my car?" "Should I use OEM or aftermarket?" Nova answers like a mechanic who actually knows your vehicle.
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Hands-free voice mode in the garage
Say "Hey Wrench" and ask your question hands-free while you work. TTS reads answers back so you never have to look at your phone.
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Grounded in your live sensor data
Nova isn't guessing. It reads your actual coolant temp, fuel trim, and O2 data before answering. Context changes everything.
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Check engine light on? That'll be $150 just to look at it.

Mechanics charge $100-150/hour for diagnostics. Existing OBD2 apps show you a code like P0301 and leave you guessing. Even the "smart" ones stop at diagnosis and never help you actually fix anything affordably.

12.8yr
Average vehicle age in the US
$150
Average diagnostic fee at a shop
60-80%
Savings from DIY repair
$2.5B
OBD2 app market (growing 6-8% CAGR)

One $15 adapter.
That's it.

No proprietary hardware. No locked ecosystems. Any generic Bluetooth ELM327 OBD2 adapter plugs in and works immediately.

Budget Pick
~$11
Veepeak Mini Bluetooth OBD2

Compact, plug-and-forget adapter. Ships Prime. Works with all Android + Chrome setups out of the box.

View on Amazon →

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They give you codes.
We give you the whole fix.

Other apps stop at diagnosis. Nova's Iron Pulse takes you from code to completed repair — parts sourced, steps written, money saved.

Carly
Coding & diagnostics for Euro brands
$155 /year subscription
  • Brand-specific subscriptions stack up
  • Forced proprietary hardware
  • No parts sourcing
  • No repair walkthroughs
  • Coding features most DIYers don't need
FIXD
Simple code reader for beginners
$60 /year + $60 hardware
  • Too basic for DIYers
  • No live sensor data
  • No parts sourcing
  • No repair guides
  • Mechanic referrals are just ads
OBDAI
AI reports & code reading
$60 /year subscription
  • Reports, but no repair steps
  • No parts sourcing
  • No cost estimates
  • AI diagnoses but doesn't fix
  • Gimmicky vehicle "personality"

Proactive monitoring. On-demand help.
From plug-in to fixed.

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Live Data Monitoring

Watch 100+ sensor values in real time. Nova alerts you when coolant temp, fuel trim, or O2 readings drift out of range — before the check engine light ever fires. Preventive maintenance, not panic mode.

Catch problems early
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AI Mechanic, 24/7

Ask anything. Get an answer grounded in your actual sensor data. Nova knows your vehicle's readings before you even describe the problem. Hands-free voice mode means your phone stays in your pocket while you work.

Your personal mechanic
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Parts + Repair Guides

When something needs fixing, Nova finds the cheapest part across 5+ retailers and walks you through the repair step-by-step. Difficulty ratings tell you what you can DIY vs. what needs a shop.

Code to fixed in one flow

Other apps wait for something to break.
We stop it from breaking.

Every Other OBD2 App

Reactive — waits for the check engine light

Shows you a code after the damage is done. P0301: "misfire detected." Leaves you Googling. No AI mechanic. No preventive alerts. No repair path.

Nova's Iron Pulse

Proactive — monitors live before anything fires

"Your coolant is running 4°C above normal. Here's what to check." Catches problems during the drive, not at the side of the highway. Then has a mechanic ready to walk you through the fix.

Repair Shops

$150 diagnostic fee just to read the same codes

Then $600+ in labor for a job you could do in your driveway for $40 in parts. No transparency on what they actually found or why it costs that much.

Your AI Mechanic

Available 24/7. Costs less than one shop visit. Knows your car.

Ask a question at 11pm in your driveway. Get an answer grounded in your actual live sensor data. No appointment, no upsell, no guessing.

The complete DIY repair platform.
From $99/year.

Still cheaper than a single shop diagnostic. Try it free first — upgrade when the savings speak for themselves.

Basic
$99 /year

Everything a weekend warrior needs. Diagnose it, find the part, fix it.

  • ✓  50 AI diagnoses per month
  • ✓  Up to 5 vehicles
  • ✓  Parts price comparison (5+ retailers)
  • ✓  Basic repair guides
  • ✓  DTC code lookups
  • ✗  Live sensor data monitoring
  • ✗  Priority support
Get Basic — $99/yr →

Free trial included — try before you buy

Dealer
$175 /year

For shops and fleet operators. Multi-bay diagnostics, team access, API.

  • ✓  Everything in Pro
  • ✓  Multi-bay / team access
  • ✓  Fleet vehicle management
  • ✓  API access
  • ✓  Bulk diagnosis reports
  • ✓  Dedicated support
  • ✓  Custom integrations
Contact for Dealer →

Built for shops doing 10+ cars/day

💡 Your first diagnosis could save you $500+ at the shop. Even our Basic plan costs less than one diagnostic fee — and you keep using it every time your check engine light comes on.

Questions? We've got answers.

What hardware do I need?
Any Bluetooth ELM327 OBD2 adapter works. You can grab one on Amazon for $15-25 — we recommend the BAFX Products Bluetooth OBD2 (~$22) or the budget-friendly Veepeak Mini (~$11). No proprietary hardware required — unlike Carly or FIXD, we don't lock you into buying our scanner. (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.)
How much does Nova's Iron Pulse cost?
We offer a free trial so you can kick the tires. After that: Basic is $99/year (50 diagnoses/month, 5 vehicles, parts comparison, basic repair guides). Pro is $245/year (unlimited everything, live sensor data, full repair walkthroughs, priority support). Dealer is $175/year for shops and fleet operators. All plans are still cheaper than a single shop diagnostic fee. Cancel anytime from your account.
What cars does it work with?
Any car manufactured after 1996 with a standard OBD2 port — that covers 99% of vehicles on the road today. Nova's Iron Pulse reads universal OBD2 protocols (ISO 9141, KWP2000, CAN). We're starting with the most common makes and models and expanding fast.
How is this different from just reading codes?
Code readers tell you P0301. Nova's Iron Pulse tells you it's likely the ignition coil on cylinder 1, shows you one for $34 on RockAuto, and walks you through swapping it in 25 minutes. We go from diagnosis to repair execution — that's the gap every other app leaves open.
What if the repair is too complex for DIY?
Every repair gets a difficulty rating. If it's beyond DIY territory (timing belt, transmission work), Nova's Iron Pulse tells you upfront and gives you an honest estimate of what a shop should charge. We'll never push you into a repair you can't handle.
Does this work on phones?
Nova's Iron Pulse launches as a web app. It works best on Android + Chrome via Web Bluetooth. iOS support is on the roadmap. You'll get the best experience on the same phone you already take to the garage.
Is it safe to plug in a scan tool? Can it damage my car?
Yes, it's safe. OBD2 adapters are read-only — they cannot modify your car's ECU or cause electrical damage. They draw ~50mA (less than an LED light), far less than your car radio. The OBD2 standard was designed specifically to prevent unauthorized writes. Read the full OBD2 safety guide →
⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER

Nova's Iron Pulse provides diagnostic guidance based on OBD2 data and AI analysis. This is NOT a substitute for a professional inspection. Always consult a certified mechanic for safety-critical repairs (brakes, steering, suspension, airbags). Use at your own risk.

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Your car's personal mechanic.
Available before the light even turns on.

Join the waitlist. Live sensor monitoring + AI mechanic on demand + DIY repair guides — all in one app. Less than a single shop visit.

✓ Free trial available ✓ Plans from $99/year
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