Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor

AI Comes to Automotive Diagnostics

In this forward-looking episode, Ron Ananian dives into the future of auto repair technology with guests Steve Etheridge and Jim Fish from Opus IVS. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is being integrated into modern diagnostic tools—and what that means for technicians, shops, and the automotive industry as a whole.

Key Highlights:


🔧 Introduction of the DrivePro 2 Scan Tool
Learn about Opus IVS's newest innovation, the DrivePro 2, a cutting-edge diagnostic device designed to streamline and enhance vehicle troubleshooting.


🤖 Meet AiDN: The Built-In AI Assistant
Discover how AiDN (Artificial Intelligence Diagnostic Network) helps technicians by interpreting scan data, offering suggestions, and guiding repair decisions.


💬 Two-Way Chat Functionality
Explore the tool’s interactive chat system that allows real-time communication between the technician and the AI, creating a more intuitive and efficient workflow.


🚗 Faster, Smarter Diagnostics
Understand how AI can reduce diagnostic time, improve accuracy, and support techs of all skill levels with complex issues.


🔍 Behind the Scenes with Opus IVS
Steve Etheridge and Jim Fish provide insights into the development process and the company’s vision for the future of diagnostics.


🎧 Why This Matters Now
Ron emphasizes the importance of staying ahead in an evolving industry and why techs need to understand and adopt AI-driven tools.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the automotive repair landscape—starting today.

Visit us at https://www.cardoctorshow.com
Follow Us On Instagram  -   @ronananian   
Visit our You Tube Channel for auto repair tips and videos 
Call Into The Car Doctor Hotline 24/7 (855)560-9900   
Live Call In Show Saturdays 2-4PM Eastern Time 

 

 

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor
AI Comes to Automotive Diagnostics
In this forward-looking episode, Ron Ananian dives into the future of auto repair technology with guests&nbsp;Steve Etheridge and Jim Fish from Opus IVS. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is being integrated into modern diagnostic tools&mdash;and what that means for technicians, shops, and the automotive industry as a whole.
Key Highlights:
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🔧 Introduction of the DrivePro 2 Scan Tool Learn about Opus IVS's newest innovation, the DrivePro 2, a cutting-edge diagnostic device designed to streamline and enhance vehicle troubleshooting.
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🤖 Meet AiDN: The Built-In AI Assistant Discover how AiDN (Artificial Intelligence Diagnostic Network) helps technicians by interpreting scan data, offering suggestions, and guiding repair decisions.
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💬 Two-Way Chat Functionality Explore the tool&rsquo;s interactive chat system that allows real-time communication between the technician and the AI, creating a more intuitive and efficient workflow.
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🚗 Faster, Smarter Diagnostics Understand how AI can reduce diagnostic time, improve accuracy, and support techs of all skill levels with complex issues.
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🔍 Behind the Scenes with Opus IVS Steve Etheridge and Jim Fish provide insights into the development process and the company&rsquo;s vision for the future of diagnostics.
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🎧 Why This Matters Now Ron emphasizes the importance of staying ahead in an evolving industry and why techs need to understand and adopt AI-driven tools.
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Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the automotive repair landscape&mdash;starting today.
Visit us at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cardoctorshow.com">https://www.cardoctorshow.com</a>
<ul>
<li>Follow Us On Instagram&nbsp; -&nbsp; &nbsp;@ronananian&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Visit our You Tube Channel for auto repair tips and videos&nbsp;</li>
<li>Call Into The Car Doctor Hotline 24/7 (855)560-9900&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li>Live Call In Show Saturdays 2-4PM Eastern Time&nbsp;</li>
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With over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive. Call us at 855-560-9900.

With over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive.  Call us at 855-560-9900.

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is a nationally recognized automotive expert, master technician, and trusted voice in car repair and consumer advice. For more than 30 years, Ron has blended real-world shop experience with straight-talk radio, helping drivers understand their vehicles and the industry with clarity, humor, and honesty. As host of the long-running Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor radio show—heard nationwide across major networks—he brings diagnostics, storytelling, and practical wisdom together in a way only a seasoned mechanic can. Whether it’s a tough trouble code, a buying decision, or a behind-the-scenes look at shop life, Ron delivers the insight listeners rely on.

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is a nationally recognized automotive expert, master technician, and trusted voice in car repair and consumer advice. For more than 30 years, Ron has blended real-world shop experience with straight-talk radio, helping drivers understand their vehicles and the industry with clarity, humor, and honesty. As host of the long-running Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor radio show&mdash;heard nationwide across major networks&mdash;he brings diagnostics, storytelling, and practical wisdom together in a way only a seasoned mechanic can. Whether it&rsquo;s a tough trouble code, a buying decision, or a behind-the-scenes look at shop life, Ron delivers the insight listeners rely on.

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor™

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 3, 2025 - Hour 2 - AI in Scan Tools - (855)560-9900 24/7 Hotline

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