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How Much Should It Cost to Replace a Tire?

Getting a tire replaced on your car is a relatively simple procedure that doesn’t take very long. That’s the good news. The bad news is that it can be a costly proposition – tires are among the priciest car repairs. But cheer up! This isn’t always the case, the cost to replace a tire really […]

August 1, 2020 More
 

Don’t Make Me Wait, Call or Think: Millennials and Auto Care Part I

2019 is the first year in US history that the number of millennials surpassed the number of baby boomers. Today, there are about 79.8 million millennials in the U.S. (ages 23 to 38 in 2019), while the total number of baby boomers (ages 55 to 73 in 2019) is 74.1 million. As baby boomers reach […]

March 26, 2019 More
 

Research Used Cars Online: 5 Great Sites

People research (and buy) everything online, from simple household items like laundry detergent to more complex items like electronics. But what about cars? Buying a used car online may seem like a stretch, but researching used cars is a no-brainer. You’ll be empowered by all of the information you’ve collected and by the time you […]

December 15, 2018 4 More
 

Your vehicle needs this holiday road-trip maintenance checklist

This Thanksgiving, AAA projects that more than 55 million Americans will travel by automobile or more towards their destination. That’s the highest travel volume since 2005. Before you head out, make sure your vehicle is ready to go by checking this quick holiday road-trip checklist. If needed, make an appointment to have your car looked […]

November 21, 2018 More
 

3 Easy Tips to Help Your Automotive Service Shop Run at Maximum Efficiently

Ever wondered if your automotive service shop is running at optimum efficiency? Efficiency is key to running any business. Here are three tips to maximize efficiency. Tip 1: Establishing an Operating Budget and Turning a Profit Getting down to basics – your monthly budget. What does it cost to operate your business on a monthly […]

August 28, 2018 More
 

The Value of Texting Your Customers

This article is for automotive service professionals. It focuses on how to better serve customers in ways to meet their expectations. How and when a shop communicates with their customers is key. Texting is just one component of a customer’s expectations. How often do you have an important question for your customer, but you just […]

August 20, 2018 More
 

Meet Toni, Who Found a New Way to Book San Diego Auto Repair

Here’s Toni, who used to drive her Mustang around from shop to shop when it was time for her to book auto repair in San Diego. One Google search later, and she’s found a modern solution to a problem as old as the automobile: how to know she’d get quality auto repair, and at a fair price. Where […]

December 1, 2016 More
 

Did You Know: The Fastest Way to Get an Auto Repair Estimate

Needing car repair can be a pain. In addition to the cost, and your vehicle’s downtime, you’re unsure what you should be paying for the service. Good news: you can quickly request and receive an auto repair estimate, customized to your vehicle, through Openbay. Here’s how it works, if you’re — Seeking a Standard Auto Repair Estimate […]

November 29, 2016 More
 

Meet Howard, Who Followed Lifehacker's Advice on Car Repairs

Per Lifehacker, “Comparison shopping for car repairs is hard when you can’t actually drag your car from one shop to another. Openbay helps solve this…” Howard followed Lifehacker’s advice on car repairs and booked service for his Mini Cooper through Openbay. Here’s how it went. Where do you live, and what type of vehicle do you drive? […]

November 27, 2016 More
 

Pre-Holiday Road-Trip Checklist

This year, AAA predicts nearly 49 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles to celebrate Thanksgiving, with 89% of those planning to drive. Before you head out, here’s a quick road-trip checklist. Bring your vehicle to the shop, to ensure it’s up to the task of enduring stop-and-go traffic, which is probably about as taxing to […]

November 21, 2016 More