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Why Openbay?
Auto repair can be stressful. But it doesn’t have to be. We’ve built the world’s most trusted and transparent automotive services marketplace.
Lyft driver discounts
Save with preferred pricing for Lyft drivers.
Keep expenses low
Lower maintenance spend means less overhead and more earnings.
You’re in control
See prices up front, choose your shop, and go when it’s convenient.
Quality service guaranteed
Every service is backed by the Openbay Peace of Mind Guarantee.
Special savings for Lyft drivers
When your car is your moneymaker, you need an easy and affordable way to keep it on the road.
Openbay makes maintenance and repair hassle-free. With special service discounts for Lyft drivers, you’ll always get quality auto repair for less.
How Openbay works
1. Request services
Tell us what services you need, or describe your symptoms. You’ll receive multiple estimates — usually within seconds.
2. Choose an auto shop
Compare options by distance, price and customer reviews. Save with special Lyft pricing on each service.
3. Book your appointment online
Book an appointment that best fits your schedule
Openbay vs. Openbay+
| Openbay | Openbay+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Shop customer rating and reviews, amenities, business hours, certifications made available | Yes | Yes |
| 1,000s of services to select from | Yes | Yes |
| Upfront pricing on automotive repair and maintenance services | Yes | Yes |
| Book service appointments online | Yes | Yes |
| List of local automotive service professionals near you | Minimal Coverage | High Coverage |
| Book service without a credit card | No | Yes |
| Discounts up to 25% on automotive services | No | Yes |
| Payment processing for service | Pay online (credit card required) |
Pay at shop counter (multiple payment methods accepted to include financing) |
What Lyft drivers are saying
“Cory was amazing. The service was fast and easy. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He got me in and out, even though I stood him up for my 1st appointment (something came up). I’m definitely going back and will make him my mechanic going forward. Amazing service!!”
Latoya
Lyft Driver + Openbay Customer
“Prompt and friendly service. Did a great job. I will definitely return when the next service is due on my vehicle.”
Jack
Lyft Driver + Openbay Customer
“Excellent service. “
Demetrice
Lyft Driver + Openbay Customer
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Openbay+ FAQs
What is Openbay+ for Lyft drivers?
Openbay+ is a new premium subscription service giving Lyft drivers access to benefits such as preferred pricing on automotive service and repair – savings up to 25% on parts and labor.
Openbay+ also delivers upfront pricing and customer reviews from automotive service professionals nearby allowing you to book service for your car with confidence.
How does Openbay+ differ from Openbay?
There are a few differences between the Openbay+ and Openbay.
- Openbay+ offers preferred pricing on all automotive services. Savings up to 25% on parts and labor. Discounts vary by automotive service professional. Openbay offers convenience and competitive pricing for automotive repair and service.
- Neither Openbay+ or Openbay no longer requires a credit card to book a service appointment.
- Payment for all services booked through Openbay+ and Openbay are processed at the automotive service center, not online. This allows you to take advantage of other payment methods the shop offers, such as financing, paying in cash, or using multiple payment methods combined.
What can I do on Openbay+?
On Openbay+, you can get your vehicle serviced at a discount with a trustworthy automotive service professional.
Openbay+ provides a convenient way to find and book service with a curated network of automotive service professionals nationwide.
Getting matched with a service professional that can service your vehicle “Make” (Audi, Buick, Cadillac, Dodge, etc.) and perform the requested service is important. Openbay matches your year-make-model vehicle with a professional that can service your vehicle and perform the service you requested.
For example – if you drive a Honda Accord and need a wheel alignment. Openbay will match you with a professionals that services Honda and has a wheel alignment machine available to perform the service.
What subscription plans are available for Lyft drivers?
- Openbay – Free forever – Lyft drivers can find and book automotive service and repair on Openbay+. Discounts are shown, but not processed with your booking. You can opt-in to the Paid plan at anytime.
- Openbay+ – Paid plan – Same experience as the Free plan with added value of discounts up to 25% on parts and labor. Subscription fees are paid monthly (3-month minimum). Discounts for annual subscriptions are available.
How is Openbay+ different from Openbay?
The Openbay+ includes all the benefits of Openbay; both offerings have the same experience where a vehicle owner can enter a request for service; receive upfront pricing matched with local professionals that can deliver the service on the year-make-model vehicle connected to the service request; review ratings and reviews for each service professional presented; and book a service appointment with a professional that meets their needs.
Openbay+ offers preferred pricing for automotive repair and maintenance services whereas Openbay offers competitive pricing or just under retail.
Is Openbay+ an option for Lyft Drivers?
Yes. Currently, any Lyft driver has the ability to Opt-in to the Openbay+ program.
Does Openbay offer a free trial for Lyft Drivers?
Yes.
How do I subscribe to Openbay+?
You can subscribe to Openbay+ directly from within your Openbay account.
As a Lyft driver, what ROI can I expect with the Openbay+ Paid plan?
Return on investment (ROI) for the Openbay+ plan varies by vehicle type, age of vehicle, total miles driven in a given year. Below are a few examples of savings.
Vehicle category: Small sedan. Vehicle age is beyond the manufacturers warranty period. Annual miles driven, 50,000. ROI = $400 (718%, low end of range). ROI = $1,100 (1,945%, high-end of range)*.
Vehicle category: Medium sedan. Vehicle age is beyond the manufacturers warranty period. Annual miles driven, 50,000. ROI = $532 (889%, low end of range). ROI = $1,330 (2,373%, high-end of range)*.
* ROI = (savings – cost of Openbay+ Paid plan) / cost of Openbay+ Paid plan. ROI calculation based on 11-month subscription. One month free with a paid annual subscription.
What forms of payment are accepted for the Openbay+ paid subscription?
Currently, Openbay accepts all major credit cards to purchase an Openbay+ subscription.
How do I switch to a different Openbay+ plan?
You can switch to a different Openbay+ plan at any time by going to your user profile in your account. Select the plan you’d like to switch to and you will be immediately switched to the new plan.
As a Lyft driver, can I continue using the current Openbay-Lyft platform?
Access to the current Openbay-Lyft platform is tentatively scheduled to end Feb 28, 2023. Lyft driver accounts on Openbay will automatically default to the Openbay+ Free plan for those that have not subscribed to the Openbay+ Paid plan. Lyft drivers with an Openbay+ Free plan can continue to benefit from the convenience the Openbay+ platform delivers. No credit card required.
How do I cancel my Openbay+ account?
Send an email to [email protected] to cancel your account.
Openbay is not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with Lyft, or any of its subsidiaries or its affiliates. The official Lyft site can be found at https://www.lyft.com. Openbay reserves the right to deny the use of this program for fraudulent or improper usage, and/or unauthorized activity. The Openbay name and logo are registered trademarks of Openbay. Any product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks or images featured or referred to within the Openbay website and/or on any social media forum are the property of their respective trademark holders. The use of any trade name or trademark is for identification and reference purposes only and does not imply any association with the trademark holder of their product brand. Openbay does not warrant the merchantability, fitness, or quality of the products and services offered by automotive service professionals found on Openbay.com.
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