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WFMY News 2 in Greensboro Covers Openbay
We loved this article from WFMY News 2 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Tanya Rivera wrote our favorite headline of the year, and Kent Meeker advises his favorite apps, including Openbay – download the Openbay mobile app now. We are thrilled for the press coverage, and so glad that Tanya and Kurt noted that: Openbay delivers […]
Most Common Repairs for Hybrid Cars
You don’t have to be a devoted environmentalist to buy a hybrid car. All you really have to have is a desire to save money on the cost of gas. If you do a lot of in-city driving, owning a hybrid car can get you as many as 50 miles per gallon. You also don’t have […]
What to Look for When Reviewing a Car Repair Estimate
Unless you enjoy turning a wrench, car repair and maintenance is a necessary evil. Car repair estimates always seem so unfair and often include repairs that didn’t really seem necessary. The whole experience is taxing, but with this list of suggestions, we can help shrink your repair bills, ensuring a better experience and a well-running car for […]
The Most Expensive Car Repairs and How Can You Avoid Them
What better incentive to stay up on your car’s regularly scheduled maintenance than the possibility of having to pay through the nose for a costly repair? If you’re the kind of driver who never changes the oil, never rotates the tires, and never thinks about anything other than keeping the tank full of gas, odds are you’ve […]
Essential Winter Driving Tips – Stay Safe in the Snow & Cold
As many of us head off for the upcoming holidays, winter storms could bring dicey conditions on the roads. Know how to drive properly in the snow to keep yourself, your passengers and fellow drivers safe. Winter Driving Tips 1. Drive Slowly This seems like the most obvious of safety tips but it is one […]
ABC Boston’s Chronicle Covers Openbay App
This evening, ABC Boston’s ‘Chronicle’ focused on delivery services, and it included one of Openbay vehicle owners’ favorite hometown service providers, Wicked Good Mechanics (formerly Driveway Doctors). On the day of filming, Chronicle caught up with Sam, from the Openbay team, who used the Openbay mobile app to book his own vehicle’s service. He explained […]
Car Lover Gifts: Unique Ideas For Any Car-Enthusiast In Your Life
Car Lover Gifts: Ideas for the Everyone This Holiday Season Looking for holiday gift ideas? Whether you’re shopping for your die-hard car enthusiast or a teen who’s got keys to her first clunker, we’ve gathered our favorite car-focused presents. For Irreverent Springsteen Lovers Pink Cadillac Menorah $70 We can’t look at this bit of Hanukkah fabulousness […]
How to Change a Flat Tire – 10 Quick and Easy Steps
About 75% of drivers have experienced a flat tire. How many of those people were able to change it themselves? Changing a tire yourself can be an especially intimidating prospect, especially if you’ve never done it before. But here’s the good news: it’s not rocket science. Heck, it’s not even intermediate-level auto mechanics! Changing a flat tire […]
How to Talk to A Mechanic
If you’re like the average American, your car was born the same year Apple’s iTunes store was launched, and when Janet Jackson had a wardrobe ‘malfunction’ at the Superbowl. In other words, the average car on the road is more than 11 years old, meaning your wheels are likely in need of regular love and maintenance. When […]
Is Premium Gas for Your Car Worth It?
Whether premium gas is worth the higher price depends on your specific vehicle and driving habits. Premium gasoline typically has a higher octane rating, which can prevent knocking and pinging in high-performance engines or engines with high compression ratios. Knocking can potentially damage your engine over time. What are the factors to consider when deciding […]
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