7 Factors to Consider when Searching for Car Repair and Maintenance Services Online

A maintenance reminder message is displayed on your vehicle’s dashboard. A check engine light is on. You failed a state vehicle inspection. The sticker in the upper left hand corner of your windshield says you are due for service. You car is making a noice that wasn’t there the other day. Your vehicle does not […]

January 28, 2023 More
 

Openbay Extends National Coverage with the Addition of Pep Boys to its Automotive Repair and Maintenance Subscription Services Marketplace, Openbay+

Openbay+ Includes Real-Time Service Appointment Scheduling Across Pep Boys Locations Openbay extends coverage for its automotive subscription service marketplace, Openbay+, with the addition of Pep Boys. To meet the high expectations of modern-day consumer shopping behavior when searching for a service professional, Openbay+ delivers real-time service appointment scheduling, which now includes all Pep Boys locations […]

January 25, 2023 More
 

7 Common Car Repair and Maintenance Services Requested On Openbay

The most common types of auto repair services requested on Openbay include: Overall, regular car maintenance is important to ensure safety, reliability, longevity, performance and resale value of the car. It also helps to keep you and your family safe while travelling. If you have a need for any type of auto repair or maintenance […]

January 19, 2023 More
 

10 Driving Tips During Winter Months

Winter driving tips are important because driving conditions during the winter months can be significantly more dangerous than during other times of the year.  Snow, ice, and sleet can make roads slippery and reduce visibility, making it more difficult to control a vehicle and avoid accidents. Additionally, cold temperatures can cause car batteries to fail […]

January 11, 2023 More
 

5 New Year’s Resolutions For Your Car – 2023 – Openbay

5 New Year’s Resolutions For Your Car – 2023 Before we start, we recommend you create a monthly calendar reminder to ensure you’re keeping up with 2023 resolutions for your car. 1. Monitor all Vehicle Fluid Levels – Top Off if Necessary – Monthly Inspecting the level of your engine oil is typically part of […]

January 3, 2023 More
 

Vehicle Maintenance Costs Increasing for Rideshare and Delivery Drivers (Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Grubhub, Amazon Flex, others….)

Rideshare and delivery drivers for Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Grubhub, UberEats, Postmates, Instacart, Gopuff, Amazon Flex, Shipt and others are all impacted by rising costs in automotive repair and maintenance. ———- Updated December 2022 (previous coverage) The cost of car repair and maintenance services has risen between to more than 11% over the last year (2022). […]

December 20, 2022 More
 

News: Openbay+ Now Available to Lyft Drivers – Provides More Cost Savings on Auto Repair and Maintenance Services

New Openbay subscription service, Openbay+ provides cost savings on automotive services Openbay+ combines pre-negotiated discounted pricing for all automotive services with a curated nationwide network of automotive service professionals that deliver quality service. Combined with Openbay+’s technology, Lyft drivers will achieve cost savings on automotive services. Additional benefits of Openbay+ help take the friction out […]

December 7, 2022 More
 

These 5 Tips Will Help You Get Your Vehicle Prepared for Colder Temperatures

Whether delivering food or packages as a delivery driver or a household that owns a motor vehicle, it’s time to think about preparing your vehicle for winter as outside temperatures start to drop.  For some of you, the process of preparing your vehicle for cold weather is familiar – you are the DIY pro! For […]

November 8, 2022 More
 

Nearly 70% of Millennials Prefer to Acquire Automotive Repair and Maintenance Services Online

Nearly 70% of Millennials prefer to buy automotive repair and maintenance services online   In a nationwide survey conducted by Lang Marketing, a leading independent consulting and marketing analysis company, nearly 70% of Millennials indicated that they would prefer to buy automotive repair services from an eSeller (e.g., Amazon or another online company) than to […]

October 28, 2022 More
 

6 Common Vehicle Problems Experienced During Hot Summer Months – Applies to All Cars and Trucks

Warm weather has hit the U.S. hard during the summer of 2022. Not only have southern U.S. states been hit hard, but the northern U.S. states are greatly impacted too. This means many more vehicles are exposed to higher than normal temperatures. It’s important to be aware of the problems that may arise with operating […]

August 20, 2022 More