About Open Labor Project
Open Labor Project (OLP) is a free automotive data platform providing labor times, torque specifications, fluid specs, OBD-II diagnostic trouble codes (DTC), battery specs, and NHTSA recall data for thousands of vehicles spanning 1955 to the present. The platform contains over 700,000 labor time entries and serves more than 25,000 monthly active users including independent repair shops, parts retailers, fleet managers, and DIY mechanics. All vehicle data pages on openlaborproject.com are free to view forever — no paywall, no signup, no ads. OLP is funded by paid developer API subscriptions; the website remains free for all end users.
Pricing
Web access is free for all end users. The OLP API offers a free Hobbyist tier (50 requests per day, attribution required) and three paid tiers: Builder at $49 per month (1,000 requests/day), Business at $149 per month (10,000 requests/day, includes webhooks and bulk export), and Enterprise at $499 per month (50,000+ requests/day, custom integrations, 99.9% SLA). Annual plans receive two months free.
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Most Wanted Vehicles
These vehicles have the most people waiting for repair procedures. Sponsor one and your name goes on every procedure — permanently.
Popular Vehicles
Ford F-150
2026 3.5L V6 PowerBoost Hybrid
Toyota Camry
2026 3.5L V6
Honda Civic
2026 1.5L I4 Turbo
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2026 6.2L V8 L87
Ram 1500
2026 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel
Toyota Tacoma
2026 2.7L I4
Honda Accord
2026 2.0L I4 Turbo
Toyota RAV4
2026 2.5L I4 Hybrid A25A-FXS
Honda CR-V
2026 1.5L I4 Turbo L15B
Jeep Wrangler
2026 2.0L I4 Turbo
Ford Mustang
2026 5.0L V8 Coyote
Subaru Outback
2026 2.4L H4 Turbo
Common Repairs
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Acura
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Cadillac
49 models
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Chrysler
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1 model
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Ferrari
51 models
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11 models
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Jeep
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Lexus
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Lincoln
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6 models
Lucid
5 models
Maserati
16 models
Mazda
51 models
McLaren
12 models
Mercedes-Benz
270 models
Mercury
28 models
MG
12 models
Mini
11 models
Mitsubishi
28 models
Nissan
64 models
Oldsmobile
22 models
Opel
6 models
Peugeot
3 models
Plymouth
36 models
Polestar
11 models
Pontiac
31 models
Porsche
65 models
Ram
6 models
Renault
9 models
Rivian
5 models
Rolls-Royce
19 models
Saab
7 models
Saturn
10 models
Scion
5 models
Studebaker
7 models
Subaru
38 models
Suzuki
24 models
Tesla
8 models
Toyota
71 models
Volkswagen
69 models
Volvo
39 models
Why Open Labor Project?
For Customers
Know what a repair should cost before you visit the shop. Compare estimates with confidence.
For Technicians
Reference realistic job times from fellow techs. Submit your own times to help the community.
For Shop Owners
Build trust with transparent pricing. Show customers you're charging fair rates.
Can't Find Your Vehicle?
Request a vehicle to be added to our database. We're constantly expanding coverage.
The Story Behind This Project
I'm Chris, a shop owner and lifelong technician. For years, I've dealt with the same frustration you probably have—paying hundreds or thousands of dollars a year just to look up labor times. These guides aren't some luxury. They're a basic necessity for running a shop, writing estimates, and getting paid fairly for your work.
But the industry has decided this essential information should cost a fortune. Small shops, independent techs, mobile mechanics—we're all stuck paying the same prices as massive dealership networks, or we're left guessing.
I built the Open Labor Project because I believe labor times should be accessible to everyone. Not locked behind a paywall. Not bundled into expensive software you don't need. Just free, searchable data that helps you do your job.
This project is a work in progress, built by a working tech for working techs. If you find it useful, spread the word. If you spot something wrong, let me know. We're building this together.
❤️ Support This Project
Open Labor Project is 100% free and always will be. Your donations help cover server costs, development time, and data accuracy improvements. Every dollar helps us stay independent and ad-free.
Free Data, Forever
Open Labor Project is committed to keeping automotive repair data free and accessible. Our data comes from industry guides and community submissions from real technicians.
What is an Automotive Labor Guide?
An automotive labor guide provides standard repair times for specific vehicle services. Mechanics use these "book times" to calculate labor costs. Open Labor Project is a free labor guide that helps DIYers and independent shops access this essential data without expensive subscriptions.
How are Flat Rate Times Calculated?
Flat rate time is the estimated time a repair should take an average technician. If a job pays 2.0 flat rate hours, the mechanic is paid for 2 hours regardless of whether it takes 1 hour or 3 hours. Our database aggregates these flat rate times to give you a realistic estimate.
Why are Torque Specs Important?
Torque specifications ensure bolts are tightened to the exact tension required by engineers. Incorrect torque can lead to leaks, warped parts, or catastrophic failure. We provide factory-verified torque specs for critical components like head gaskets, rod bearings, and suspension parts.
Is this really a free labor guide?
Yes. Traditional labor guides cost shops thousands per year. We believe this data should be open. Our free mechanic labor guide is community-supported and constantly updated with new vehicles, including popular models from Ford, Chevy, Toyota, and Honda.
Why Look Up Fluid Specs?
Using the wrong oil type, coolant, or transmission fluid can void warranties and damage your engine. Our free fluid specs database covers oil weight, fluid capacity in quarts and liters, OEM specifications, and all 10 major fluid systems—from engine oil to brake fluid—for thousands of vehicles.
What are DTC Codes?
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are standardized OBD-II codes that tell you why your check engine light is on. Codes like P0301 (cylinder misfire) or P0420 (catalytic converter) each have specific symptoms, causes, and fixes. Our free DTC code database covers 1,900+ codes with manufacturer-specific codes for 30+ makes.
Why Look Up Battery Specs?
Installing the wrong battery group size can damage your vehicle or leave you stranded. Our free battery specs database includes BCI group sizes, CCA ratings, reserve capacity, and cross-references to major brands like Interstate, NAPA, AutoZone, and O'Reilly. Find OEM battery specs and compatible replacements for any vehicle.