The Amazing AI Tool That Prevented a $4000 Car Repair Disaster (Part 1)
Posted by Daniel Blackmon, Founder – Ontario Analytics So there I was, calling home like any responsible husband, frantically searching my house for my wallet (spoiler alert: still missing, probably under a couch cushion plotting against me), when my wife drops the conversational equivalent of a transmission rebuild estimate on me. “No honey, I haven’t […]
How This Amazing Tool Can Help Your Shop Make $70K More
The diagnostic software industry is bleeding small shops dry. Here’s how smart independents are fighting back. The Bottom Line (TL;DR) Reality check: If you’re running a 1-5 bay shop, you’re probably spending $2,400-$5,000+ per year on diagnostic software and scan tools. Meanwhile, your customers are price shopping against Jiffy Lube, and every wasted hour hunting […]
From Microsoft Reactor to Your Garage: How OBDAI is Revolutionizing Vehicle Diagnostics
Recently featured on Microsoft Reactor’s AI Agents Vlog series, OBDAI founder Daniel Blackmon shared insights about building an AI-powered automotive diagnostic platform that’s changing how we understand our vehicles. The Vision: Your AI Mechanic in Your Pocket When most people think about car diagnostics, they picture expensive scan tools, cryptic error codes, and that sinking […]
Getting Started with OBDAI: Your AI Mechanic Companion
Ever wished you had a mechanic riding along with you, ready to answer any question about your car’s performance? That’s exactly what OBDAI delivers. Let’s walk through how to transform your smartphone or computer into an AI-powered diagnostic powerhouse. What You’ll Need 1. The Right Hardware Getting started is surprisingly affordable. You’ll need an ELM327 […]