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About Juraj Lukacko

Hi, I’m Juraj Lukacko (often called Yuri), founder of IamCarHacker.

I specialize in automotive diagnostics, OBD2 scanners, ECU coding, and troubleshooting modern vehicles using diagnostic tools. My goal is simple: help DIY mechanics understand their cars and avoid wasting money on bad tools or incorrect repairs.

What started as frustration with unreliable mechanics quickly turned into a passion for learning how modern cars actually work. I began experimenting with diagnostic tools, testing different scanners, and analyzing live data directly from vehicles.

Today I regularly test diagnostic equipment and publish practical guides based on real hands-on diagnostics.

Hands-on diagnostics experience

Unlike many review websites, I personally test diagnostic tools on real vehicles before recommending them.

• testing 100+ OBD2 scanners and diagnostic tools
• analyzing engine live data and fault codes
• performing ECU coding and service procedures
• diagnosing electrical faults and sensor problems
• testing diagnostic tools across many vehicle platforms

Vehicles and brands I work with

Most of my work focuses on European vehicles, but the diagnostic tools I test are used across many different brands.

• BMW
• Volkswagen / Audi / Skoda / Seat
• Mercedes-Benz
• Renault / Nissan / Dacia
• Peugeot / Citroën
• Opel
• Toyota / Lexus

Because OBD2 scanners are usually designed for multi-brand diagnostics, many of the tools I test also work with vehicles from other manufacturers around the world.

What you will find on IamCarHacker

• OBD2 scanner reviews and comparisons
• step-by-step diagnostic procedures
• real troubleshooting examples
• guides for choosing the right diagnostic tools

The goal is to help you diagnose car problems faster and choose diagnostic tools that actually work in real situations.

How I test diagnostic tools

• vehicle compatibility
• module access and system coverage
• live data accuracy
• coding and service functions
• reliability when working on real vehicles

Many tools look impressive on paper but behave very differently when connected to an actual car. My reviews focus on real-world testing, not just specifications.

Follow my work

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Mission

IamCarHacker exists to make car diagnostics understandable for DIY mechanics and help people avoid expensive mistakes when choosing diagnostic tools.

Last Updated: 14.03.2026