Abstract: A diagnostic tool that retrieves a set diagnostic trouble code in a vehicle and identifies the defective part based on the set diagnostic trouble code. A targeted message having the defective part information is sent to third parties for bidding. The result of the bidding may be sent to the vehicle owner's computing device. The targeted message may also include the services needed based on the set diagnostic trouble code and third parties may also bid to perform the services needed.

Abstract: A system that allows verified purchasers to communicate with each other and to post on a store's board. The system includes a server for the store which includes various applications that can interact with a wireless device or a connected vehicle. The user of the wireless device or the connected vehicle can use these devices to check-in with the store and become a verified purchaser. Once a verified purchaser, the user can communicate with other verified purchasers of the store.