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The story often begins with a bargain. A car enthusiast buys a "HEX-V2 clone" from sites like AliExpress for a fraction of the cost of an official Ross-Tech interface .
Look for a chip labeled or similar ARM branding. These are high-quality clones that support modern VCDS software versions and can handle newer automotive communication protocols (like UDS and DoIP). They require an ST-Link V2 programmer to fix. Atmega162 "Fake" HEX-V2 Clones Vcds Hex V2 Clone Repair
Amy Lewin is Sifted’s editor and host of Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast . Follow her on X, LinkedIn and Bluesky
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