Car Repair 133
Do I Need A Brake Job? 6 Tips To Help You Find Out
All of us have learned to love our car brakes. We hover our foot over the pedal, gently tap..tap..tap.. to slow down, and occasionally we SLAM them to the floorboards to stop on the dime. Yes, we need them and love them because they have prevented many fender-benders and have extended the lives of many […]
VentureFizz: 2014 is Going to Be a Breakout Year for Openbay
“So why all the buzz around Openbay? For one, the are the only Boston startup from Boston to get funding from both Google Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz. Second, from what I hear, they are one of the rare companies that VC’s and angels are hunting down and trying to get a piece of, and not […]
What Kind of Car Battery Do I Need? A Guide to Making the Right Choice
Picture this: Snow is falling and the temperature is below freezing. You are at work, or the mall, or over the river and through the woods. Anyway you are far from home as you climb into your car with the hope that it starts right up and gets you going without a hitch. Much here […]
Winter Car Check Up – 5 Tips for Winter Road Trips
We visit the doctor for an annual check-up, we should do the same with our cars. The doctor checks weight, blood pressure, pulse, vaccine updates, especially when cough and cold season approaches. Essentially there’s an inspection of the body – and then she makes recommendations on steps to improve any deficiencies or problem areas. The same should […]
"Next Big Thing in Car Repair"
Here is the link to the video of the news broadcast. (NECN) – Openbay, a company that uses technology to help find the best price for car repairs, launched Monday. CEO Rob Infantino says the app and the website helps consumers get their car repaired locally. “The whole system is based around finding trustworthy mechanics, looking […]
4 Warning Signs Your Car Has Transmission Issues
It’s tough to really point to any part of your car or truck and say “This is the most important thing to keeping your car running.” Think about it. Without oil, your engine seizes. Without coolant, it overheats. Without a battery, it will not start. And without air in your tires, you’re not going anywhere. […]
What is the Best Engine Oil for My Car?
You don’t need to visit an auto mechanic to check your engine oil and add more if needed. But you might need someone to help you choose the right kind of oil to use for your car. If you’ve ever walked into an auto parts store and visited the oil aisle, you’ll see more brands […]
Got a Loud Exhaust? Find Out if it Can Be Repaired
Has your car been sounding a bit louder lately? How about a lot louder? This could be a telltale sign that your exhaust system need attention, especially if you haven’t been keeping up with regular maintenance. Here are a few tips to help you determine if your loud exhaust system needs simple repair work or if it […]
What You Should Know Before Buying a Used Car
Not everyone can afford a new car, and some people prefer to get a “better” used car rather than a lower quality new car. For most people, their biggest issue with buying a used car is the fear of biting into a lemon. Here are a few methods you can employ that’ll help you identify […]
What Does it Cost to Replace Spark Plugs?
Your car’s spark plugs serve a critical function in your car. They ignite the mixture between air and fuel in your engine’s combustion chamber by delivering a electric current from the ignition system. This all translates to powering your engine and making your car go. What does it cost to replace spark plugs? The good […]
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.