# Automated Auto Mechanic Apps The Engie App Monitors Cars' Health and Recommends Auto-Repairs By Joey Haar | Published 2016-07-27 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engie-app References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2016/07/26/engie-wants-to-open-up-the-auto-repair-industry-with-diagnostics-tech-and-mechanic-marketplace/?ncid=rss) & [engieapp](http://engieapp.com/) Auto mechanics are notorious for taking advantage of drivers who hardly know a thing about the inner workings of their vehicles, and the Engie app is fighting this tyranny of the car repairman with its [automotive health tracker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-performance-data). The combination of hardware and software system monitors users' cars and gives them information on the engine, the battery, fuel consumption, and much more. To use the Engie app, users order the low-cost [Bluetooth-connected hardware device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toooony) as an in-app purchase. Once the device comes, it easily attaches to the dashboard without the need for any professional installation. With the device in place, the Engie app can monitor a car's health and make recommendations if a driver needs to go in for repairs. This tech startup has the potential to bring an IoT solution to the [knowledge gap between mechanics and drivers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ifixit-fixbot). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Automotive Health Tracking:** An opportunity exists to develop software for monitoring the health of vehicles and providing recommendations for repairs. - **Bluetooth-connected Hardware:** There is potential for innovation in the development of affordable Bluetooth-connected hardware for use in monitoring cars. - **Disruption of Auto Repair Industry:** With the introduction of these apps, there is a potential to disrupt the auto repair industry by empowering drivers with more knowledge about their vehicles. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can benefit by embracing IoT technology to improve the customer experience and create new revenue streams. - **Software Industry:** Software developers can seize opportunities to create tools for monitoring car health and recommend repairs. - **Startup Industry:** Entrepreneurs can disrupt the auto repair industry by developing innovative IoT solutions for car owners. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Car Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparq-diagnostics.md) - [Personalized AI Mechanics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-mechanic.md) - [Connected Car Maintenance Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivint-car-guard.md) - [Car Health Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ds200.md) - [Boat Mechanic Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boat-mechanic-app.md) - [AI-Powered Driving Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-driving-app.md) - [Motorist Money-Saving Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moneysaving-app.md) - [Consolidated Automotive Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consolidated-automotive-apps.md) - [All-In-One Automobile Service Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automobile-service-app.md)