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Openbay Now Available to All Zubie ZinC Users
This morning, Zubie announced news of its open API platform for what it’s calling the “Internet of Cars.”Openbay will be made available to all Zubie ZinC users. Here’s what our founder & CEO had to say about this release – “Zubie’s ZinC platform is well positioned to provide a host of services to consumers to […]
Openbay to Power New AutoZone Online Auto Repair Service
CAMBRIDGE, MA – June 24, 2015 – Openbay,, the only nationwide online marketplace for auto repair, has partnered with AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE: AZO) to enable Boston-area consumers to comparison shop for and book automotive repair and maintenance services with a network of local professionals directly from AutoZone.com. AutoZone is the nation’s leading auto parts retailer […]
Openbay covered in July/August issue of Playboy magazine
Openbay, the nationwide online marketplace for auto repair, is in print in the current July/August issue of Playboy magazine, which boasts more than a million readers per month. In case you’re curious, check out Openbay on page 31 – look for the headline, “Popular Mechanic: an app that does everything but turn a wrench.” We’ll leave […]
Openbay covered this Sunday’s Boston Globe Business Section
Great news – Openbay and OpenbayConnect made the cover of this Sunday’s Boston Globe Business Section! Curious to try us out? Try Openbay today, and receive an average of four mechanics’ quotes per service request you submit. Save time, money and hassle of shopping for car repair.Drive safely!
What is Usage Based Insurance and is it Right for You?
Connected cars are making headlines. A lot of the talk revolves around futuristic ideas – like self-driving cars, or vehicles that have the ability to communicate with other vehicles – but there’s plenty of connected-car technology that you could benefit from today. If you’re a safe driver, and you’re willing to prove it, one connected-car […]
Best American Summer Road Trips
This weekend, 37 million people will shine up their wheels, pack family and friends into a car and partake in the great American pastime – the road trip. In spite of rising gas prices and horrific traffic, the romance of the open road – and the sights, sounds and signs – is irresistible for many. We asked […]
Ever Tried Oculus Rift VR? Here’s a Virtual Tour of Chrysler’s Factory
In addition to all the new cars at the New York Auto Show, something we loved checking out was the all new Chrysler 200 factory. You got it – a factory within the auto show floor. How did they make it happen? Using Google Maps’ business view, alongside Oculus Rift’s virtual reality. Once known for […]
Why Leasing a Car May Be a Better Choice
Ten years ago, about 16% of new cars became lease vehicles. Today, nearly one in three vehicles on the road is leased. Why lease a car? It depends on your goals. If you’re looking to justify a lease, here’s why it might make more sense, along with some items you should try to negotiate before […]
Why We Now Want Our Cars to Break – OpenbayConnect
By now, you’ve surely seen the news about OpenbayConnect, where Openbay leverages connected-car technology to diagnose your vehicle and tell you which nearby mechanics can fix it at what price. What? You missed it? Here are some highlights: Wall Street Journal Yahoo! Autos Car and Driver OpenbayConnect Today is a big day. We’ve just […]
La Dolce Vita – Italians Cars at the NY Auto Show
The New York Auto Show is a huge hit every year. It’s a great excuse for us to head down from Openbay’s HQ in Cambridge, MA and enjoy a couple of days in Manhattan. Prior to the show’s press days, we had some huge news, as you’ve surely seen, and it got a great response […]
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