There’s $62 billion of undone automotive maintenance each year, and Lauren “The Car Coach®” Fix is on a mission to change that. The aptly named Lauren “Fix” is […]
Want to Bring Your Own Auto Parts to a Mechanic? Here are 5 Reasons You Shouldn’t
Looking for ways to save money on car repairs? Regularly maintaining your vehicle – think oil changes and tire rotations – is the best way for an automotive […]
What is a Mobile Mechanic? Profile of a Young, Boston-Area Entrepreneur
Mobile mechanics tend to do well on Openbay’s platform. This is due in large part to the convenience factor — mobile mechanics travel directly to the vehicle to fix […]
What Does it Mean When My Check Engine Light is On?
Check engine lights are very common. In fact, check engine diagnostics are one of the most commonly requested services on Openbay. Here’s what the check engine light means, […]
Patrice Banks, Head of Girls Auto Clinic, Views Auto-Care Challenges As Her Opportunity
Women are making headlines in the automotive world – according to Frost & Sullivan, most licensed drivers are women, women influence 91% of automotive purchases, and more women […]
Tire Guide Part 1 – The Basics
What You’ll Need to Consider When It’s Time for New Tires Whether you’ve had a flat (as most drivers eventually will), failed a state inspection due to bald […]
How to Properly Read Your Car Repair Estimate
You’re taking your car over to the shop for a much-needed repair, hopefully under your own power instead of on a flatbed. Your first concerns are understandable: how […]
Creating a Library for Gear Heads: DIYAuto
These days, cars are increasingly complex — for years, many have more than 100 million lines of code — and drivers are less inclined to fiddle with them, instead opting […]
National Car Care Month: Car Fact of the Day
Happy National Car Care Month! “With so many vehicles in need of service, National Car Care Month in April serves as an important reminder to take action today […]