Tire Guide Part 2 – From an Expert
Tips on Buying Tires – What Really Matters Tires are among the most expensive items on a car (Here’s what they can cost to replace). Unfortunately, they’re not easy to purchase. Last time, we discussed the major questions to consider when you buy new tires. We talked to Brandon Sturgis, Product Category Manager – Original Equipment Tires at […]
Diesel in Car Gas Engine: Repair Costs & Alternative Solutions – Car Repair
Here’s a firsthand account of someone who had put diesel in a gas engine, what happened, and what the services cost to fix the issue. Word to the wise: don’t zone out while gassing your vehicle; putting diesel in a gas car is an expensive mistake. Diesel in Gas Engine = Stranded One day, I received […]
Which Services Do You Really Need for Scheduled Maintenance?
Have you ever found yourself asking, “Which services do I really need for routine scheduled maintenance for my car?” You don’t want to forgo services that could be potentially harmful if skipped, but you really don’t want to pay more than you need to. … What to do? Relax, the good news is you’ve got everything you need in your glovebox: […]
Meet Lauren Fix, The Car Coach
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 an ASE-certified automotive technician. She regularly appears in a host of national media outlets, giving car-care tips as a spokesperson for the nonprofit Car Care Council. In addition, […]
Car Charger Review: Putting ZUS Dual USB to the Test
Nonda’s ZUS Car Charger Review: The Ultimate Stress Test You know the saying, “When it rains it pours”?We recently had a day like this – we were driving around town, interviewing Bob at Bonded Transmission & Auto Repair, along with another offsite meeting, had some meetings back at the office in between, and – of course – […]
Auto Repair Industry Outlook – ACA Leadership Conference
The Auto Care Association‘s Young Auto Care Network Group, also known as YANG and its Automotive Warehouse distributors Association, AWDA, are wisely paving the way for future leaders in the industry. Its “Next Step” program hosted a scholarship for ten young (under 40) auto-care professionals to join its inaugural YANG Spring Leadership Days (SLD). The focus was […]
How to Sell Your Car in 8 Steps
You’re ready for a new car, a new-to-you car, or joining the ranks of the carless, but you’re not sure how to sell your car yourself. We can help. The below tips are relatively easy, but it will likely take a few days before you’re ready to post your vehicle for sale. The alternative is selling […]
Improve Fuel Economy: 5 Tips to Make Saving Gas a CINCH
The price of gas used to be a relatively negligible expense. Cheap gas, along with stunning landscapes, has contributed to the popularity of the great American road trip. Whether you’re motivated by fluctuating gas prices or by the environment, it pays to understand ways to increase your fuel economy. Here are some tips to help, short of […]
Social Media Tips for Small Businesses: Get Started Today
You know your shop needs to be on social media. After all, it’s where your customers are — 75% of adults in the U.S. who are on the internet are also on Facebook. And, according to Ratchet & Wrench, 53% of shops making $2.5 million or more per year are on Twitter. You’re just not […]
Meet Bob, Who Shares Secrets of a Successful, Half-Century-Old Business
Bonded Transmission & Auto Repair is a family business that’s been around for 55 years and has been nationally recognized as an efficient, successful business. The shop isn’t located in a high-traffic area, and it doesn’t offer the lowest prices. Bonded’s commitment to customer service and delivering top-notch work is what has earned the business […]
Openbay
Openbay, an award-winning online e-commerce marketplace for automotive repair and services and a provider of SaaS-based solutions for the automotive care industry, is transforming the experience for automotive repair and service for consumers and the way that automotive care businesses acquire and service customers.